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During metamorphism, what is the major effect of chemically active fluids?

Elevated wave-cut platforms in Southern California are evidence that this coastal area is ________.

Which of the following chemical sedimentary rocks has a clastic texture?

Concentrated movements of water that flow opposite the direction of breaking waves are called ________.

Tsunamis are caused by sudden displacement of large volumes of seawater.

Tsunamis are caused by sudden displacement of large volumes of seawater.

The average composition of the oceanic crust is thought to approximate that of ________.

Detrital sedimentary rocks are classified according to clastic particle size; chemical sedimentary rocks are named according to the most abundant minerals.

Match the rock with the appropriate description.

In general, cinder cones are much larger than shield volcanoes.