Posted on October 2, 2022
How much of a mountain is below the surface?
Earth ScienceAsked by: Erin Thomas How deep is a mountain? How deep is the root for a mountain range with an average elevation of 15,000 feet (about 3 miles)? The most important point is that mountains have buoyant roots that extend downward into the mantle beneath a mountain range, and that the roots are, in general,
Posted on October 2, 2022
Why does exhaust smells linger some days?
Earth ScienceAsked by: Elizabeth Turner Why do I still smell exhaust? This can be caused by problems like damaged and leaking fuel injectors, a clogged air filter, a bad mass airflow sensor, or a number of other problems. In addition to a gasoline smell, you might also notice black smoke coming from the tailpipe. How do
Posted on October 2, 2022
I need help with these geode like rocks
Earth ScienceAsked by: Dennis Hartung What is the rarest type of geode? The rarest and most valuable geodes contain amethyst crystals and black calcite. How do I know what kind of geode I have? Use a mineral identification key to determine what kind of mineral your geode contains. Match the descriptions in the key to the
Posted on October 2, 2022
Identification of Iguanodon and Maiasaura
Earth ScienceAsked by: Dennis Hartung The easiest way to distinguish iguanodon from maiasaura is to look for iguanodon’s hands, which are very peculiar indeed. The hand has five digits. The thumb has a large, prominent spike on it for defensive purposes. The three middle fingers are fused and end in hoof-like nails for walking on all
Posted on October 2, 2022
What are some near term effects of Global Warming?
Earth ScienceAsked by: Aaron Henry Earth Will Continue to Warm and the Effects Will Be Profound The potential future effects of global climate change include more frequent wildfires, longer periods of drought in some regions, and an increase in the duration and intensity of tropical storms. What are 5 effects of global warming? Effects of Climate
Posted on October 2, 2022
Why is there no American dry winter monsoon?
Earth ScienceAsked by: Sonya Mccaslin Does America have a monsoon season? The Southwest U.S. monsoon (sometimes called the North American Monsoon) is the seasonal increase in summer precipitation and occurs between June 15 to September 30 each year. Every monsoon season is different but usually experiences bursts and breaks of rain throughout the season. What states