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EAPS 106 Exam 1, Review Questions and answers, rated A+ How the Earth acquired its internal heat From internal collisions Why the interior of the Earth is layered (crust, mantle, core) and the relative thickness of the layers When the Earth was being created, heavier metals that are more dense (iron and nickel) sank to create the core. Lighter materials such as silicon and oxygen floated to become the crust and mantel. Crust is thin, mantle and core are miles thick (Earth is like a pea...

Dimensions of the Earth -:- Diameter: 8000 mi Circumference: 25,000 mi What do the definitions of soil depend on? -:- The definition of soil is dynamic because many specializations and disciplines view soil differently: ecological, geological, environmental, etc. Parameters related to soil composition for an idealized surface soil -:- 50% pore space and 45% particles, 5% OM Basic functions of soils in the environment -:- Medium for plant growth: support, gas and water exchange, tem...

2 examples of changes in global N cycle caused by humans + why problematic - 1. Runoff from agricultural areas causes dead zones - EX: parts of the ocean with no oxygen so nothing can live in it 2. Acid rain due to emissions from power plants—affects soils negatively 3 major forest formations (tree type, precipitation, temperature, and water balance) - 1. Tropical and subtropical rainforest - Evergreen trees - Positive water balance - High annual rainfall and temperatures (because they...

The Hydrologic Cycle (water cycle) Three principal factors control global water deficits and surpluses: - correct answer Global atmospheric circulation (coriolis effect) Proximity to water sources Topography Role of oceans as a water source - correct answer 97% of water is in the ocean Where water is found: - correct answer Glaciers Groundwater/aquifers Infiltration/percolation - correct answer process of water moving through the soil and into fractures and permeable rocks Zo...

INTRODUCTORY SOMMELIER COURSE CMSA EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED. Viticulture The art and science of vine growing Name some of the factors of production: Location/ geography, climate, topography, soil, harvest, terroir, wine region laws, etc. What latitude are the majority of vines grown in? 30 - 50 - most grapes thrive in temperate climates Describe the three climate sizes Macroclimate - largest, example: entire wine region Mesoclate - medium, example: sub...

NR 150 Exam 1|228 Questions with Answers 2023 Algin - CORRECT ANSWER Substance found in brown algae used to thicken foods Aquaculture - CORRECT ANSWER The cultivation of seafood under controlled conditions Biological resources - CORRECT ANSWER plants and animals bycatch - CORRECT ANSWER The unintentional catch of non-target species while fishing desalination - CORRECT ANSWER A process of removing salt from ocean water exclusive economic zone - CORRECT ANSWER area in which res...

Examples of sustainable prehistoric civilization(s) include..... - Inca and Zuni Hopi and Zuni maize is...... - Open-pollenated and drought-tolerant The Zuni use small rock dams to slow and diffuse the water onto their agricultural fields. These rock dams work well when...... - Rainfall is more intense The Inca abandoned terraces because..... - The terraces were above the irrigation canal and were no longer needed due to the population crash The Incan terrace soils had high levels of...

Description and definition of OCEANOGRAPHY correct answers - the study of the ocean using a combination of geology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, geography, and biology. • The three major stages in oceanic research correct answers - explore, describe, and integrate • Why is the scientific method important in scientific research? correct answers - It helps us learn about the world around us in an accurate way What is the hydrosphere? Where does most of the water reside? correct answ...

What is the age of our solar system? - correct answer -4.6 Ga In which layer of the earth could you most likely find O, S, Fe, Ni? - correct answer -Outer Core In which layer of the earth could you most likely find Fe, Ni? - correct answer -Inner Core In which layer of the earth could you most likely find O, Ca, Mg, Si, Al, Fe? - correct answer -Mantle Which part of the earth has a density of 8.0 g/cm^3? - correct answer -Core Which part of the earth has a density of 3.0 g/cm^3? -...

Praxis 5004 Geography, Anthropology, and Sociology Questions and Answers Graded A Types of Maps A thematic map is used to illustrate a single idea or theme. This map has a single focus. A relief map shows the topography of a region. A mental map is constructed by the student "inside your head" without reference to other resources. A sketch map might be created to help students recall relative locations and sizes of places. For example, the student might sketch a map of his journey from home ...