The presence of large-scale cross-beds (approximately 100 ft. high) in a sandstone indicates a/an

__________ environment Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


aeolian, desert, or wind-blown

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The questions is based on Figure 45-3, a portion of the “Antelope Peak, Arizona” quadrangle (scale 1:62,500; contour interval 25 feet). In the northern portion of the map, a gently sloping pediment is visible (32°47'52"N, 112°05'21"W). You may view this map in color by going to the Lab Manual website or by scanning the QR code for this exercise. What will be an ideal response?

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Earthquakes, landslides, and volcanic eruptions that occur beneath the sea may generate a large sea wave called a

A. tide. B. tsunami. C. P-wave. D. rogue wave.

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Floods only occur where human activities alter natural stream systems.

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

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Most marine organisms have an internal temperature very close to that of their surroundings. They are known as ____ organisms

A) poikilothermic B) endothermic C) homeothermic D) ectothermic

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