A(n) ____ can be defined as all heavenly bodies surrounding a particular star because of the star's dominant mass and gravity

a. ecliptic
b. galaxy
c. spectrum
d. perihelion
e. solar system


e

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A) the age of the rock since metamorphism B) the date of formation of the rock-forming minerals C) the length of time the rock has existed in its location D) the age of the rock since sedimentation

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One of the drawbacks of leaving crop residues on a field after harvest is increased 

A. Energy use of machinery B. Cost due to the high cost of fertilizers C. Salinization D. Pest and disease problems E. Wind erosion

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Based on the evidence you see in the map and in the stereogram, explain the formation of Walker Lake.

Large lateral moraines can be see at the mouth of Bloody Canyon (Walker Lake and Walker Creek are between these moraines; 37°52'28"N, 119°09'53"W). The glacier that left these moraines flowed down Bloody Canyon from near Mono Pass. Sawmill Canyon (just south of Bloody Canyon) consists of two large lateral moraines—these moraines were left by a glacier that at one time also flowed down Bloody Canyon. What will be an ideal response?

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The somatic nervous system consists of nerve fibers that connect the CNS to the ________, whereas the autonomic nervous system consists of fibers that connect the ________.

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

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