The map below uses what type of map projection?

A. conical
B. sinusoidal
C. cylindrical
D. planar


Answer: B

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Wind is a significant climatic control on vegetation, especially in deserts

True False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In elastic rebound theory, what must occur to produce an earthquake?

A) The ground needs to absorb enough water to lubricate the surface of the fault. B) Enough stress must build up over time on a fault to overcome friction. C) Tidal forces need to be at a maximum to increase the energy applied to the fault. D) Rocks must break in order to produce slip on a fault.

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A(n) ________ is the first wave to arrive at a recording station following an earthquake.

A. Rayleigh wave B. Love wave C. P-wave D. S-wave E. surface wave

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