The subducting Juan de Fuca Plate is only 10- to 15-million-years old and is warm and buoyant. However, as it is subducted, its density increases, causing a buildup of stress. 

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


True

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Overpopulation is the result of lack of family planning methods

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The primary purpose of savings banks is to buy and sell securities

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Wood is a renewable fuel

A. when it is harvested no faster than it is replenished. B. because of the low price of processing. C. because of its high net energy yield. D. if it is taken from slow-growing trees that are large and burn easily. E. when it is harvested exclusively from forests.

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The most widespread of all intrusive form is the _______.

a - lava flow b - batholith c - dike d - volcano e - stock

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