How would coastline composition (rocky versus sandy) differ from the coastline of the Pacific Northwest and that of the Carolinas?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: The Pacific Northwest is famous for its rocky coastline with narrow beaches. The Carolina Coast has more sediment deposited along the coast, which means that currents can more easily erode the materials.

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The main concern with a nuclear power plant is the danger of a  __________ where heat builds up and causes an explosion, releasing dangerous radioactive compounds into the environment.

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

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A) generate oxygen from soil minerals B) result in the production of glucose C) release carbon dioxide D) involve the flux of carbon between the atmosphere and organisms

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________ is the systematic creation of consumer wants via advertising, and the culture and values that result in privileging shopping over other activities

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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