The "sensitivity factor" in the model used to represent human environmental impact denotes ________
A) the sensitivity of governments to carrying capacity demands
B) the sensitivity of endangered species to human population infringement
C) human sensitivity to what needs to be done to protect the environment
D) economic sensitivity to resource use
E) the sensitivity of an environment to human pressures
E
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A) an angular distance measured east or west of a prime meridian. B) characterized by an arbitrary equator based on the old German capitol in Berlin. C) an angular distance measured north or south of the equator. D) determined by Sun altitude above the horizon. E) the basis for establishing parallels.
Which type of volcano is characteristic of the Andes Mountains of South America?
A. Shield volcano B. Cinder cone C. Caldera D. Stratovolcano
On this map of the south Atlantic, why is the mid-ocean ridge in the center of the ocean?
A. Seafloor spreading has stopped in this area. B. Seafloor is added to both sides during seafloor spreading. C. Subduction has occurred under one and then another of the adjacent continents. D. Subduction is consuming seafloor beneath both adjacent continents.
From a chemical standpoint, the three reacting agents of greatest importance to weathering are ________
A) hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen B) oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide C) carbon dioxide, oxygen, and water D) water vapor, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide E) argon, aluminum, and calcium