Calculate the geothermal gradient depicted by the graph in Figure 6.3

What will be an ideal response?


The geothermal gradient is the increase in temperature with increasing depth. The geothermal gradient in Figure 6.3 is 20 degrees C per km.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A) from the C-terminus to the N-terminus B) from the middle towards the two ends C) from the N-terminus to the C-terminus D) the direction varies from one protein to another

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The thin layer of lighted water near the surface of the ocean is called the ____

A) SOFAR layer B) photic zone C) aphotic zone D) pycnocline

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Do the data you entered in Table ? above support your answer to question

?? Explain. What will be an ideal response?

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