Discuss the various phases of orogenic activity that are part of the Cordilleran orogeny. What will be an ideal response?


The Cordilleran orogeny includes three phases, the Nevadan, Sevier, and Laramide
orogenies. The Cordilleran orogeny was associated with igneous and volcanic activity.

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Strike-slip faults have primarily horizontal, rather than vertical, motion

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In 1402, a world map was produced which was by far the most accurate representation for the times. This map was produced in which country?

A) England B) Spain C) Korea D) China E) the United States

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