Compressional forces can result in either normal faults or thrust faults

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


F

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To an observer on the ground, the first sign that a supercell may give birth to a tornado is the sight of ____

a. a mesocyclone b. a funnel cloud c. rotating clouds near the middle of the storm d. rotating clouds at the base of the storm e. rotating clouds at the top of the storm

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The three parts of a trilobite are the cephalon, the thorax, and the pygidium

a. True b. False

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A) the introduction of alien species to new ecosystems. B) the use of fossil fuels to power transportation and electrical production. C) the physical alteration of habitats. D) the use of rivers, lakes, and oceans for transportation.

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