Does the theory of plate tectonics explain alternating glacial-interglacial climates during the Quaternary period? Why or why not ?

Summarize the factors that influence flow velocity.

Draw and label a simple sketch of a drainage basin and divide.

Over the oceans, evaporation exceeds precipitation, yet the sea level does not drop. Explain why.

Describe the problem associated with pumping groundwater for irrigation in parts of the High Plains .

How does the rate of rock weathering in dry climates compare to the rate in humid regions ?

Sketch a simple cross section of an artesian system with a flowing artesian well. Label aquitards, the aquifer, and the pressure surface .

About what percentage of freshwater is groundwater? How does this change it glacial ice is excluded ?

Describe or sketch how an erosional floodplain develops .

Compare the two parts of the figure and identify three major changes to the flow of rivers in the central United States during the Ice Age .

Water that flows across Earth's surface is called _____.

Distinguish among terminal end moraine, recessional end moraine, and ground moraine. Relate these moraines to the budget of a glacier .

State the principle of fossil succession in your own words.

How does the plate tectonics theory help explain the existence of fossil marine life in rocks atop compressional mountains?