Discuss the formation of the Andes Mountains in terms of plate tectonics. What will be an ideal response?
The Andes Mountains are the result of the collision of an oceanic plate with the west coast of
South America causing a subduction zone. Melting in this subduction zone results in abundant
igneous and volcanic activity. The west coast of North America had similar orogenic activity
before formation of the San Andreas Fault.
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____ moraines allow geologists to determine the farthermost advance of Pleistocene glaciers
a. Lateral b. Recessional c. Medial d. Terminal e. Finial
The recommended daily amount (based on 2000 Cal and 2500 Cal intake) of which of the following need not be shown on a food packaging label?
A) cholesterol B) magnesium C) potassium D) sodium
If Santa flew from the North Pole due south along the 100° meridian and did not correct his course, he would land
A) on the 100° meridian. B) east of the 100° meridian. C) south of the 100° meridian. D) west of the 100° meridian.
If the measured amplitude of vibration of a rock is 1 cm for a magnitude 4 earthquake then the rocks will move ________ during a magnitude 5 earthquake.
A. 4 cm B. 8 cm C. 10 cm D. 20 cm E. 2 cm