The asthenosphere is a mantle zone of low seismic wave velocity that behaves in a ductile manner.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


True

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A. behind cold fronts B. ahead of cold fronts C. on the windward side of mountains D. near large bodies of water

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The amount of solar energy intercepted at a particular area on the Earth's surface is

A) insolation. B) angle of incidence. C) convection. D) sensible heat.

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The analyses of the alignment of the planets and moon are a scientifically accepted method used to

predict earthquakes. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The protolith (which is also called the Parent Rock) of metamorphic rocks can be: __.

a. Igneous rocks b. Sedimentary rocks c. Other metamorphic rocks d. Any one of the above

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