Define "fault scarp." What do scarps reveal about fault motion in the past?

What will be an ideal response?


A fault scarp is the abrupt vertical displacement of the ground surface along a dip-slip fault. Fault scarps allow for the reconstruction of past motion.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Describe the formation of each labeled feature in Figure 10.21

What will be an ideal response?

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Describe the major diff erences in the environment between the two

photographs. What will be an ideal response?

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What are some of the preferences that Congress established to select the immigrants that would fulfill the established quota?

A) diversity, clean criminal records, ability to receive remittances B) skilled workers, number of children, religious background C) family reunification, skilled workers, diversity D) family reunification, economic means, passing medical exams E) the Quota Act of 1921.

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