Where could you generally find rich soils with the potential to be transformed into productive agricultural lands in arid regions?
a. mesas
b. buttes
c. playas
d. washes
e. piedmont alluvial plains
e
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Use the following scenario to answer the next three questions.A large lending institution is evaluating the long-term pros and cons of building a hydroelectric dam in the Amazon rainforest. First, the lending institution is identifying the appropriate factors and then quantifying them. The factors include-but are not limited to-the direct expenses of building the dam, the lost opportunities from placing a dam on the river, and the profit from the dam. Also included is an analysis of who will be affected by the dam.The analysis
A. Includes many subjective judgments B. Is an excellent process to use when dealing with uncertainties like the effects on indigenous people C. Ensures fairness to all people who are involved in the projects D. Is strictly an objective economic activity E. Is straightforward because the factors are easily quantified
Chemicals in which of the following groups are not considered organic chemicals?
A) enzymes B) minerals C) proteins D) vitamins
Entisols have strong horizon development and include among their suborders many of the most agriculturally suitable soils on Earth
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Once oil and gas are formed, they
A. flow most easily through permeable rocks, such as sandstone. B. rise toward the surface. C. are lighter than water. D. can be prevented from reaching the surface if they are trapped by impermeable layers. E. All of these choices are correct.