Release of pressure converts mantle rock from solid to liquid.

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At which latitude does the Earth receive the greatest intensity of insolation on June 21?

Go to the screen "Key Evidence of Water," and and select the feature called "Recurring Slope Lineae." Study this feature at each of the four zoom levels offered, and be sure to view the animation called "recurring slope linaea (gif) " that you will

Which is most likely cause of springtime flooding in a river valley? A. rapid snow melt in regions upstream B. erosion of the natural stream channel C. moderate rainfall in the region D. an increase in sediment load

The following chart displays the number of species found in different regions and specifically how many species are endemic to that region. from the following chart what can you infer about the importance of tropical rainforest?

How are race and ethnicity different from on another? I chose C A: Race is determined by geographic location; ethnicity is defined by biological characteristics. B: Ethnic groups immigrate into a country; racial groups are native to a country.

1. Describe the most important diagnostic properties in igneous rocks. 2. What minerals would you expect to form in basalt? (Hint: Consider composition and Bowen's reaction series). Explain your answer.

What is the most important role of the ecosystems of the Andes? A. Keep the environment stable and reduces air pollution B. Reduce the chance of floods, desertification, and landslides C. Regulate the availability of freshwater D. All of the above

All of the following are examples of thematic maps except:

Which is used by scientists as evidence that Earth's inner core is solid? O A. S waves cannot travel through the inner core, creating a shadow zone. O B. Seismic waves change speed when they go from the inner core to the outer core. O C.

What role did geography play in the early African kingdoms? Volcanic eruptions scared away attackers. Mineral deposits brought wealth and power. The Great Rift separated them from the continent. Tropical storms extended the growing season.