Based upon the lava flow hazards map issued by the U.S. Geological Survey, where would you be

least likely to be affected by a lava flow on the island of Hawaii? Why is this? What will be an ideal response?


Lava flows are least likely to affect the northern end of the island. The youngest and most active
volcanoes are located in the southern part of the island.

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Sir Isaac Newton built and used reflecting telescopes

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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________ are the most common structural features of rocks

A) Joints B) Faults C) Solution cavities D) Lava vesicles E) Fractures

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