« previous next »

Author Question: Approximately how much more energy is released in an earthquake of Richter magnitude 6.5 than in a ... (Read 161 times)

schs14

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 569
on: Jul 14, 2018
Approximately how much more energy is released in an earthquake of Richter magnitude 6.5 than in a magnitude 5.5 earthquake?
 
  A) 3.2
  B) 32
  C) 320
  D) 3,200

Question 2

The greatest concern for the worldwide loss of species is ________.
 
  A) habitat destruction
  B) decreased soil nutrients
  C) anthropogenic activities
  D) air pollution
  E) water pollution
The Environment and You ¦ Christensen, Leege ¦ 2nd Edition
Buy Test-Bank


1_Step_At_ATime

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 342
Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

A


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).

Did you know?

There are actually 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 essential amino acids, and three essential fatty acids that your body needs every day.

Did you know?

Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.

Did you know?

Though Candida and Aspergillus species are the most common fungal pathogens causing invasive fungal disease in the immunocompromised, infections due to previously uncommon hyaline and dematiaceous filamentous fungi are occurring more often today. Rare fungal infections, once accurately diagnosed, may require surgical debridement, immunotherapy, and newer antifungals used singly or in combination with older antifungals, on a case-by-case basis.

Did you know?

Bisphosphonates were first developed in the nineteenth century. They were first investigated for use in disorders of bone metabolism in the 1960s. They are now used clinically for the treatment of osteoporosis, Paget's disease, bone metastasis, multiple myeloma, and other conditions that feature bone fragility.

The moray eel meets its energy and nutrient needs by being an effective predator. The moray eel meets its energy and nutrient needs by being an effective predator.
Locating the Epicenter of an Earthquake Locating the Epicenter of an Earthquake
The energy set-point view that is the basis of many people’s thinking about hunger and eating. The energy set-point view that is the basis of many people’s thinking about hunger and eating.
Distribution of Thunderstorms: Approximately 14.5 million thunderstorms occur each year across the ... Distribution of Thunderstorms: Approximately 14.5 million thunderstorms occur each year across the ...
Geothermal energy and powers Earth’s systems Geothermal energy and powers Earth’s systems
Energy Transfer Energy Transfer
Video: Neurosynapse Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library