Briefly explain what property of water makes hydrologic cycling possible. What will be an ideal response?

When electrical energy lights an incandescent light bulb, 50 percent of the energy produces light

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Discuss the major earthquake that occurred in Haiti in 2010, including Haiti's proximity to tectonic plates, the damage, and how the poverty of Haiti worsened the effects of this devastating event.

What will be an ideal response?

The pore space, or porosity, of soils composed mainly of clays is generally

A) less than that in soils composed mainly of sands because the grains in clays fit together very well compared to sands. B) less than that in soils composed mainly of sands because clay soils usually have more abundant organic matter than sandy soils. C) greater than that in soils composed mainly of sands because the grains in clays do not fit together very well compared to sands. D) greater than that in soils composed mainly of sands because clay soils usually have less organic matter than sandy soils.

During metamorphism, the original rock undergoes changes ____

A)that result in instability B)that soften the rock C)but its former identity is always easily recognizable D)to achieve equilibrium with its new environment E)and is always pushed deeper into Earth due to tremendous pressure