How do fossils support the theory of plate tectonics? Fossils from the same species have been found on separate continents. The ages of rocks and mountains on the edge of neighboring continents vary. Iron-rich, molten magma rocks no longer align to Earth's poles in many locations. Grooves created from glacier movement travel in opposite directions on each continent.

Rayleigh waves are also called __ P-waves push-pull waves ground roll body waves

Read and choose the correct location in Bolivia. Petro is sandboarding today with his friends at the massive dunes at a national reserve. Where are Petro and his friends? Camino de las Yungas Lomas de Arena Lago Titicaca Cerro Tunari

Select the correct answer The largest coral reef in the Western Hemisphere is located off which country's coast? A. Belize B. Mexico C. Trinidad and Tobago D. Cuba

Which of the following climate characteristics is most affected by change in latitude? a Temperature b Pressure C Density d All of the above

The Roden Crater Project began in __ a) 1975 b) 1982 c) 1972 d) 1989

Geography has much to offer to the study of globalization because it __ is the best discipline ignores science to focus on understanding It is a wide, or integrative field of study is the most mathematical of disciplines

Which process causes minerals to become concentrated in certain areas? A) Volcanic activity B) Erosion C) Desalination D) Siltation Question 13 (5 points)

What fracture type does pyrite exhibit? irregular conchoidal both irregular and conchoidal

Which phrase describes a plateau? low elevation surface cut by streams rounded or sharp peaks gradual slopes on al sides

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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