What type of mountains are characteristic of continent-continent collision boundaries?


Answer: Fold and thrust-faulted mountains

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Understanding science is more than memorizing that the electron has a negative charge. It involves what is called the "Process of Science." Which of the following correctly describes this? Understanding science is more than memorizing that the electron has a negative charge. It involves what is called the "Process of Science." Which of the following correctly describes this?

a. It is understanding how scientific advances are made, validated, and interpreted. b. It is being able to interpret an elected official's position on stem cell research, climate change, or space exploration. c. Understanding the process of science and scientific problem solving can help us make better decisions every day. d. All of the above responses. e. None of the above responses.

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Which of the following topics of study would best incorporate the holistic perspective?

A) The impact of political policies on soil erosion B) The examination of soil grains under a microscope to identify the amount of air space between grains C) The degree to which soil particles expand when they are wet and contract when they dry out D) Identifying the soil type from a sample collected in the field

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Where divergent plate boundaries form beneath continental masses, low areas known as

____________________ form. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Recent temperature increases correspond to a period of increased sunspot activity

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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