Subduction produces mountains because subduction zones are the upwelling zones of mantle convection, which lifts the earth's surface to form mountains
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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One of the most serious consequences of long-term irrigation is
A) desertification. B) soil salinization. C) virgin soil epidemics. D) deforestation.
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According to Newton, the heavier a body, the
A. faster it will fall in free-fall. B. greater its acceleration of motion. C. more it is attracted to Earth. D. all of the above
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Oceanographers name water masses according to their relative position. In temperate and tropical latitudes, there are ____ common water masses
A) three B) four C) five D) six
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Weather _______________ systems produce map-like images of precipitation
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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