The pressure exerted on rocks by the weight of overlying rocks is called ____________________
pressure. With this type of pressure, the stress on the rock is the ____________________ in all
directions. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
lithostatic, same
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A) slowly decreasing temperatures. B) quickly decreasing temperatures. C) slowly increasing temperatures. D) quickly increasing temperatures.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Geography does not have significant educational value and is mainly useful for trivia and memorable factoids
Indicate whether the statement is true or false