The term that best describes a tsunami is not "tidal wave" but ____________________. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)
seismic sea wave
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Too much or too little of any abiotic factor that limits population growth, even if all other factors are at or near the optimal range is known as the
A. trophic level. B. range of tolerance. C. biotic factor. D. greenhouse effect. E. limiting factor.
Which of the following would happen to the Earth's radiative equilibrium temperature if the sun suddenly began emitting more energy?
A. It would decrease. B. It would remain the same. C. It would increase. D. It would begin to oscillate.
Enormous mountain belts and high plateaus can be formed when two continental plates collide and
A. neither is subducted. B. both are subducted beneath each other. C. both diverge from one another.
What is the depth of wave base?
A. the inside of a tubular breaking wave that is perfect for surfing B. the depth to which wave action extends C. a depth equal to three times the wavelength of waves D. the process by which waves move material along the bottom in very deep water E. None of these choices are correct.