The idea that sediments accumulate in horizontal or nearly horizontal layers is known as the ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


principle of original horizontality

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A) an overall category containing organisms that share fundamental structures and functions B) a major subdivision of a phylum or a division containing one or more orders C) a major subdivision of an order containing one or more genera D) a group of organisms that are very closely related to one another E) a group of individuals that are able to interbreed with one another

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Suspended microscopic droplets and solid particles in the atmosphere that can reflect incoming sunlight are called ____.

A. aerosols B. greenhouse gases C. CFCs D. photochemicals E. smog particles

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Which of the following is NOT true? Compared to U.S. cities, European cities

A) are more compact. B) have lower skylines. C) usually have central squares and marketplaces. D) have lower population densities. E) are more socioeconomically stable

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Tidal currents in an estuary are primarily responsible for mixing.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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