Oceanic ridges are geologically stable features where only pelagic sedimentation takes

place. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


F

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What combination of factors was responsible for the disaster west of Yellowstone National Park on August 17, 1959?

A) Rock falls filled a lake with debris until the water overtopped the dam and eroded through the concrete. B) Water migrating along foliation layers in the metamorphic rock destabilized a dam, which collapsed and flooded the valley. C) A severe earthquake triggered a slide that blocked a river and flooded a campground. D) Drainage from the reservoir generated a lahar, which destroyed small towns downstream.

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Hail is usually associated with which cloud type?

A) cumulus B) stratocumulus C) altocumulus D) cumulonimbus

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Ireland and England both fish in the Irish Sea. If this sea is over-fished, the fish stocks will fall and fish will eventually become extinct. Both countries have to decide whether to fish a lot or a little. The payoffs are given in the table below. The outcome of this game is ________ , which illustrates the _________ .

A. both countries choosing to fish a little, prisoners dilemma B. both countries choosing to fish a lot, externalities C. both countries choosing to fish a lot, prisoner's dilemma D. both countries choosing to fish a little, externalities

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Which type of drainage pattern is shown in Figure 24.6? Briefly describe the structural conditions that have created this pattern.


What will be an ideal response?

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