The energy that drives the longshore currents is derived from ____
A) hurricanes and cyclones
B) major surface currents, such as the Gulf Stream
C) monthly high tides
D) wind waves approaching the beach front at an angle
D
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Each number on this figure refers to a location depicting groundwater in a subsurface material that is consistent in character across the entire figure. Of these locations, which would likely have the fastest groundwater flow?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
E) 5
What are windblown deposits of silt and clay called?
A)dunes B)loess C)ventifacts D)yardangs E)till
While Japan is noted for its frequent earthquakes, volcanoes are absent from the islands
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Evaporite deposits are important sources of ________.
A. sand and sandstone B. lead and tin C. iron and aluminum D. copper and zinc E. gypsum and halite