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Briefly describe the differences and similarities between anticlines and synclines.That is, briefly describe how one can tell them apart geologically, and also what they have in common. (3 pts each, 6 pts total)

A stream tends to ____ its load of lithic material (particles of rock) when ____.

The “discharge” of a stream is directly related to its size (width and depth) and velocity.

The calcareous chemical precipitate (tuffa or travertine) expected from hot springs and geysers is always called “geyserite”.

What are the three fundamentally-different “loads” conveyed by streams and rivers?  List them by name (1 pt each, 3 pts total) and then briefly explain the nature of each load and how it is conveyed (2 pts each, 6 pts total) each.

 Which earthquake scale assesses the extent of ground shaking by an earthquake and the energy released?

Which of the following descriptions are internally consistent with high permeability?

The characteristic that most clearly distinguishes “antecedent” versus “superposed” streams is the quantity of water they convey.

After cesarean delivery the parturient displays symptoms of acute respiratory distress and cardiovascular collapse. An amniotic fluid embolus is suspected by the anesthesia provider. What anesthetic management strategies are MOST appropriate by the anesthesia provider? (Select 2)

After delivery of the infant during a cesarean section the obstetrician states, “This patient has not completely delivered the placenta”. The obstetrician is unable to manually extract the placenta. Which intervention is MOST important at this time by the anesthesia provider?