Discuss the evidence supporting the theory of plate tectonics. Provide specific examples. What will be an ideal response?
The student should discuss the evidence, including continent shapes, rock types,
paleontology, glaciology, and remnant magnetism. Examples may include Glossopteris,
magnetic stripes on the seafloor, glacial striations, age of seafloor, etc
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Which of the following best describes the composition of the earth's core?
A. It contains both fluid rock and solid rock. B. It is only fluid rock. C. It is made entirely of solid rock. D. It is hollow and full of air.
Which of the following represents a type of top-down regulation for wildflowers living in a forest?
A) Types of minerals in the soil B) Amount and timing of precipitation C) Strength and frequency of sunlight D) Herbivores in the region
The December 26, 2004 Indonesian earthquake occurred
A. along the San Andreas fault. B. from subduction of the Indian-Australian plate. C. on land. D. from a large volcanic eruption.
Which of the following regions is NOT adjacent to the European region?
a. North Africa b. Middle East c. Russia d. Asia