Which of the features labeled on the accompanying figure was discussed as a possible source of earthquakes?
A. the cliff at A
B. the volcano at B
C. pumping of the oil field at C
D. shaking during large floods at D
E. landslides off the mountains at E
Answer: A
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Migmatite ____
A)is produced during the lower temperature range of metamorphism B)is a nonfoliated rock C)never occurs due to regional metamorphism D)always shows rotational metamorphism E)has both igneous and metamorphic characteristics
The limited development of soil horizons in the soil type pictured below occurs because
A. precipitation is limited. B. the subsurface is covered by permafrost. C. volcanic ash has penetrated very deeply beneath the surface in this soil type. D. leaf litter is so abundant that it tends to leach downward across all of the layers.
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