Deep-ocean basins can be covered by sediments up to 5 kilometers (3 miles) thick. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
ANS: T
Deep-ocean sediments constitute more than half of the Earth's surface. Information can be found in the
section The Topography of Deep-Ocean Basins Differs from That of the Continental Margins
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A) 14C, 14N B) 12C, 13C C) both a and b D) neither a nor b
Storms leaving the east side of the Icelandic Low and Azores High will be steered to the
A. northeast if mainly under the influence of the Azores High. B. southwest if mainly under the influence of the Azores High. C. northeast if mainly under the influence of the Icelandic Low. D. southeast if mainly under the influence of the Icelandic Low.
Greenland currently has the world's largest ice sheet
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The Earth has ________ for the past 2 million years
A) gradually cooled B) cycled between hot and cold C) stayed the same temperature D) slowly frozen then quickly thawed E) gradually warmed