Whirlpools can be created in some restricted shallow passages due to ________
A) a vertically mixed estuary
B) reversing tidal currents
C) tidal bores up low-lying rivers
D) tsunamis or tidal waves
E) wave refraction
B
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A)general term for mass movements of earth materials B)specific term for a mass movement of a defined type and speed C)specific term used for mass movements on a volcano D)specific term for the rapid movement of snow and ice downslope E)general term describing various types of creep
Mt. St. Helens is a mountain produced by a continent – continent collision.
Which of the following is the largest number?
A) 2 x 10^-1 B) 5 x 10^3 C) 3 x 10^4 D) 7 x 10^-6
The freezing point of seawater is lower than that of freshwater due to the presence of dissolved salts
Indicate whether the statement is true or false