The principle of lateral continuity states that sedimentary beds are deposited horizontally with the oldest beds on the
bottom.
a. True
b. False
False
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A) the release of latent heat during condensation B) conduction of heat upward from the surface C) convection D) absorbed infrared energy radiated back to Earth E) direct absorption of sunlight by the atmosphere
According to Figure 20.23 in your textbook, scientists trace dust origins by analyzing
A) mineral particles. B) pollen grains. C) microbe DNA. D) element concentrations.
What kind of temperature and pressure conditions will exist in a subduction zone metamorphic environment?
A) Low temperature and low pressure B) Low temperature and high pressure C) High temperature and low pressure D) High temperature and high pressure
The lithosphere is the outer layer of the earth characterized by ________
A) magma B) hard rocks that break C) layers of both hard and soft rocks D) soft rocks that flow easily