The largest mountains on continents are formed by ____ deformation
A)tensional
B)shear stress
C)strike-dip
D)compression-induced
E)extension-induced
D
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b. the Earth, Moon and Sun are all in alignment. c. the Moon is 90° out of alignment with the Sun and the Earth. d. melting of the snow and ice makes water levels high.
When radioactive isotopes decay they emit radiation that is harmful to humans. Which of the following forms of radiation have the highest energy and ability to penetrate solid materials?
A. gamma rays B. ultraviolet waves C. beta particles (electrons) D. microwaves E. alpha particles (helium nuclei)
A nuclear meltdown after a massive earthquake occurred in ________ in 2011
A) Russia B) North Korea C) Japan D) Taiwan E) the Philippines
Demographic Transition theory has been completely discredited
Indicate whether the statement is true or false