Which factor is NOT monitored in attempts to predict earthquakes by the dilatency model?
a. magnetic intensity
b. radon gas emission
c. seismic velocity
d. number of foreshocks
a
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A) It would appear nearly the same as it does with the energy level restrictions. B) There would be no frequencies within the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. C) A broad spectrum of all colors would be observed. D) The frequency of the spectral lines would change with temperature.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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A) the climate is dominated by dry, frigid air masses year-round. B) they are influenced by maritime environments. C) higher than average precipitation for the climate type mitigates against the extreme cold weather. D) they are oriented on sunward side of large topographic features.
Based on its stair-step pattern of landform assemblage, the Grand Canyon is an example of what type of desert terrain?
A. erg B. basin-and-range C. hamada D. playa E. mesa-and-scarp