Explain the factors that determine whether or not convection occurs

What will be an ideal response?


Viscosity, gravity, and temperature are important controls on convection. Gravity causes the cooler, denser material to sink, whereas viscosity inhibits motion of the mass. Convection is favored by those conditions which overcome viscosity, including large mass, long time, and higher temperatures.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A dynamic high-pressure area at the surface is closely associated with strong ________

A) ascent of air B) descent of air C) winds D) storms E) tornadic spin

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________, a coarse-grained rock composed of pyroxene and olivine, is the most abundant ultramafic rock.

A. Granite B. Diorite C. Hematite D. Peridotite E. Gabbro

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