Of the following four rocks, which forms at the highest temperature during metamorphism? phyllite slate schist gneiss
10. What part of the Arkansas River is used by large boats and barges? __
The Earth's inner core is thought to made up of superheated water a rigid mass sulfur magma hydrogen/helium gas
39. How do earthquakes help scientists understand Earth's interior?
A legend or key may be used to a. Find up to date weather warnings c. Describe a vacation destination b. Find a way from point A to point B d Explain symbols on a map Please select the best answer from the choices provided A B C D
Select all of the true statements. Metamorphic rock can become magma. The rock cycle can repeat itself many times. The rock cycle takes place both above and below ground.
The Paleozoic Era includes all of the periods EXCEPT: Jurassic Silurian Permian Devonian
What happens to the Earth's position in relation to the Sun throughout the year? It stays stationary It revolves around the Sun It moves away from the Moon It changes its axis
72. Give an example of two plates moving at a continental -oceanic convergent boundary.
Which layer of the Earth generates the Earth's magnetic field? Upper mantle Lower mantle Outer core Inner core
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
If the Northern hemisphere is tilted towards the sun, what season is it in Australia? winter summer fall spring
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
The flow of glaciers is best described as __ erratic turbulent corrosive nocturnal nonerosive
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
