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corkyiscool3328

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What is NOT true about fluvial erosion in the desert?
 
  A. It typically occurs with intense thunderstorms.
  B. Impermeable surfaces mean rapid runoff.
  C. Runoff performs mechanical weathering.
  D. Flash floods can move materials rapidly.
  E. The gentlest slopes erode the most sediment.

Question 2

Why are many permanent lakes in deserts saline?
 
  A. They have low rates of evaporation.
  B. They are fed by constant exotic streams.
  C. They are located in basins of interior drainage.
  D. They are fed by permanent springs.
  E. They have low water capacity.


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Jadwiga9

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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

E

Answer to Question 2

C


corkyiscool3328

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Reply #2 on: Jul 13, 2018
Thank you


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