Mercator Map

What will be an ideal response?


A rectangular map used as a navigation tool in which the lines for longitude and latitude are straight and parallel. Distortions increases as you move further from the equator.

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region Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Amount of heat generated does not always indicate higher temperature

a. True b. False

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How are island arc and continental arc magmas similar?

a) Both are formed near spreading centers. b) Both are formed near hot spots. c) Both are formed near transform boundaries. d) Both are formed near subduction zones.

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Fog over both the land and sea can create potential dangerous situations

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