Which of the following is correct about Earth (Pick All Correct Answers)? has a mostly nitrogen atmosphere is the least dense major planet in the Solar System has a mostly oxygen atmosphere has only one natural satellite

Under what conditions will the front of a glacier remain stationary? Glacial fronts remain stationary when gravity forces exceed friction. Glacial fronts remain stationary when melling and snow accumulation are equal. Glacial fronts remain stationary when friction exceeds gravity forces. Glacial fronts remain stationary when melting and snow accumulation are unequal.

GIS stands for Geographic Intelligence Software. A True B False

Where is __ mountain in the world? the tallest the most tallest tall the most tall

Exit points on a volcano for the release of magma are called __ Scars Vents Hot spots chambers

Which type of volcanic wock is formed from volcanic ash? obsidian tuff basalt diorite

__ is a type of basaltic lava flow that is diffuse and earthy. Pahoehoe Aa Thephra pillow lava

5. Which event is a direct result of Earth's revolution? (1) the apparent deflection of winds (2) the changing of the Moon phases (3) the seasonal changes in constellations viewed in the night sky (4) the daily rising and setting of the sun

Peru is the third largest producer of what precious metal? zinc gold silver copper

Multiple Choice Question The time that the Sun crosses the meridian on the sky (the line running from north to south) is __ midnight sunrise sunset noon

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9. What geological feature was formed by the subduction of the Nazca Plate? a) Mid-ocean Ridge b) Andes Mountains c) Alps d) Himalayan Mountains

Select the statement(s) that accurately describe metamorphic rock. Metamorphic rock is more compact and dense than other types of rock. Metamorphic rock is formed on the Earth's surface. Metamorphic rock is made from other types of rock. Metamorphic rock is formed as a result of heat and pressure. Metamorphic rock is formed from the layering of sediments.

3. Problem Identification: Describe a specific problem related to geography environment, or trade.

10. What is created when hot magma rises at divergent boundaries? a) Mountain ranges b) Subduction zones c) Deep ocean trenches d) New crust

8. Which fault marks the boundary between the North American Plate and the Pacific Plate? a) Anatolian Fault b) San Andreas Fault c) Mariana Trench d) East African Rift

Where are most of the nations where Spanish is the official national language? South and Central America Europe Africa

Which of the following accurately represents the processes that solidify sedimentary rock? combustion and solidification combination and pressure compaction and cementation convection and conduction

1. What causes high and low tides on Earth? The moon's gravitaional pull on Earth causes water to bulge on two sides of Earth. Water swells when tsunamis occur in two areas of Earth at the same time. Earth's rotation is so fast, water will swell and shrink twice daily. Earth is tilted on an axis, causing water to spread unevenly throughout the planet.

Why are population pyramids important for Geographers? (5 sentences) __

Peanuts, cotton Vidalia Onions, and pecans are produced in the fertile soil of this region. the Coastal Plain Region the Appalachian Plateau Region the Valley and Ridge Region the Piedmont Region