When a meander becomes isolated from a river it may become a (n)

A ~ watershed.

B ~ oxbow lake.

C ~ floodplain.

D ~ alluvial fan.

Explain why the temperature decreases as altitude increases within the troposphere. Be sure to mention the name of the effect responsible for the temperature decrease, and what type of interaction between atmosphere particle and radiation is

In the past five years 30% of the worlds newly discovered oil reserves

Bodies of water can affect the climate of the land around them. Which of these would have the greatest effect on the climate of land nearby? A lake B pond C stream D ocean

What role do natural resources play in the economy of a country

Arrange these events from the history of cartography in the order in which they occurred. mercator projection ptolemy's world map piri reis map columbus reaches the western hemisphere

What environmental problem results from draining oil that had been underground? A:subsidence B:channels C:processing D:conservation

Why does north Korea think they are superior

The northern portion of Canada is covered by boreal forests which are characterized by

Eventually became the capital of Russia

Which type of earth scientist was most receptive to Wegener's ideas? A. Seismologists (earthquakes and deep earth) B. Petrologists (igneous rocks) C. Geomorphologists (landscape shapes) D. Paleontologists (fossil organisms)