Would it be surprising to find a deposit of sand on the deep ocean floor? Why or why not?


Yes, it would be surprising to find sand on the seafloor. Because sand is relatively large, it requires more energy to transport. However, as distance from the shoreline increases, transport energy decreases, and only the finest particles, like silts and clays, are able to be carried.

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Which of the following is a concern people have about genetically modified organisms?

A) It can result in livestock that produce less manure. B) It can allow farmers to kill weeds without harming the crop. C) It can lead to reduced use of pesticides. D) It can lead to herbicide resistance. E) It can increase the nutritional value of food.

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The book argues that under moral holism,

a. environmental problems have emerged because we have tried to pretend that we are distinct from nature. b. people are part of nature. c. “Follow nature” is superfluous advice. d. All of the above.

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Japanese coreland is in northern Kyushu

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Chemokines are not involved in which of the following?

A) autoimmune disease B) allergic inflammation C) chronic inflammation D) None, they are involved with all of them.

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