The common source of pressure during compaction of sediments is ________

A) the weight of the compacting sediments causing internal pressure
B) the pressure of the sediments pushing the compacting sediments out of the way during deposition
C) the weight of water above the sediments after they are deposited
D) the weight of the sediments deposited above the compacting sediments


D

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Capping inversions

A) overlay cold and dry air. B) consist of hot and dry air near the surface. C) consist of hot and dry air near 700 mb. D) are especially conducive to thunderstorm formation in early spring. E) do not occur east of the Rocky Mountains.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Which of the following side chains are hydrophobic?

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