Through additional erosion of the caprock from all sides, a mesa can be reduced to a(n) _______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


butte

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

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The responsibility to leave the planet's life-support systems in a condition that is as good as or better than it is now for future generations is a matter of ethics.

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

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Atmospheric deposition of contaminants is an excellent example of

A. A point source of pollution B. The properties of water that allow it to disperse contaminants C. The relative ease in determining sources of contaminants D. A primary source of pollution E. Nonpoint pollution

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A paleosol represents a soil profile that was buried under new sediment.  What explains why paleosols are important in environmental geology? 

A. provide valuable clues in the study of archaeology B. helps geologist locate coal deposits C. organic content is much higher than normal topsoil D. are particularly well-drained E. represent a distinct, datable time event

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