What is the current state of earthquake predictions? Why is predicting earthquakes important?
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Question 2Actual evapotranspiration for Berkeley, California is highest during
A) May. B) July. C) September. D) February. E) March.
Question 3Describe the NRCS Soil Taxonomy.
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Question 4Compare and contrast the different ways of measuring the intensity and/or magnitude of earthquakes? Which do you think is best, and why?
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Question 5Potential evapotranspiration for Berkeley, California is highest during
A) March. B) September. C) February. D) July. E) November.
Question 6Discuss the main concepts of island biogeography. How has it been applied to the formation of biosphere reserves?
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Question 7Define and distinguish between the following: epicenter, focus, aftershock.
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Question 8Describe the typical characteristics of the three major types of faults.
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Question 9The water balance for Berkeley, California exhibits
A) a net water surplus (SURPL) during each month of the year.
B) water deficits each month of the year.
C) a net demands for water for 10 months of the year.
D) water deficits in the months of February, March, and April.
E) water deficits in the summer months.
Question 10Invasive species represent a threat to biodiversity worldwide. Based on either the examples presented in the textbook or outside sources, describe several invasive species of concern in your area.
What factors contributed to their spread? Why are these species of concern, both in a broad context, as well as within your area.