About 60 islands make up the Spratly Island chain, which lies in the South China Sea between Vietnam and the Philippines and as much as $1 trillion in oil and gas may lie beneath the seabed around these islands. Not surprisingly, many nations covet control of the Spratlys. List the six countries who claim some or all of the islands:
China
Vietnam
Taiwan
Malaysia
Brunei
Philippines
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What role does weathering play in mass wasting? What will be an ideal response?
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A. there are more nutrients B. organic matter is more concentrated C. food chains are shorter D. All of these are correct. E. None of these is correct.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false