Write a short essay comparing and contrasting the definitions of “mineral” and “rock.” How are
these concepts related? Provide specific examples of both concepts. What will be an ideal response?
The student should discuss the definitions of both terms and recognize that rocks are aggregates
of one or more minerals. Examples of minerals may include quartz, calcite, diamond, etc.
Examples of rocks may include limestone, quartz sandstone, etc.
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A set of organisms that are similar in genetic make up and reproduce sexually to produce fertile offspring are members of the same species.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
All of the following is true regarding Doppler radar except
A) mountains can shield areas from coverage. B) false echoes can occur from moving objects like birds. C) complete coverage in large urban areas with skyscrapers. D) false echoes can occur from stationary objects like skyscrapers.
Cumulonimbus clouds indicate unstable atmospheric conditions. What stops the upward growth and causes the top of a cumulonimbus cloud to flatten out into an anvil??
What will be an ideal response?
Which continent contains the most desert shrub?
a. South America b. Africa c. North America d. Asia e. None of the listed responses are correct.