The first step in turning a rock into a sediment is ________
A) gravity and erosional agents (wind, water, etc.) remove material from the parent rock
B) weathering alters the rock
C) rock is broken into small pieces during the transportation phase
D) compaction
B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A. sun's angle B. local slope C. local aspect D. all of these are correct
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a) hardness b) crystal form c) luster d) specific gravity e) color
If everybody in the world used resources at the rate that people in the United States do,
A. Economies would prosper B. Our current resources would run out quickly C. Violent conflicts would decrease because basic needs would be met D. More people would experience health problems because people in more prosperous countries experience more stress E. People would be healthier and happier worldwide