Vertical elevation differences in a local landscape are referred to as
A) relief.
B) an order of relief.
C) topography.
D) crust.
A
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A) Acidic waters dissolve feldspar in granite, producing clay. B) Groundwater removes material from limestone. C) Hot geothermal waters introduce acids into shallow rocks. D) Carbon dioxide rises from depth and dissolves calcite and clay.
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The phrase "rain shadow" is associated with which of the following types of precipitation?
a. convectional b. orographic c. cyclonic d. frontal
A soil deficient in humus would have ________
A) many decomposers and be able to hold considerable moisture B) a large amount of vegetative detritus at the surface C) very low levels of biological activity D) no cations E) a very low mineral content