What causes earthquakes? What will be an ideal response?


Rocks are capable of storing energy, but when their strength is exceeded, they rupture and release the
stored energy. Most earthquakes are related to plate movements

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How have humans impaired the ability of the Earth to remove CO2 from the air?

A. clearcutting tropical rain forests B. polluting the ocean C. melting the Arctic ice cap D. planting trees in deserts in Africa

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Soil erosion is primarily a major problem only at the site where it occurs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A spider monkey is an example of a/an _______

a. Old World monkey b. New World monkey c. hominoid

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Africa's population as a region is growing faster than any other region; the population of the region is expected to double to over 1.5 billion by 2050

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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