The mantle, which makes up about 84% of Earth's volume has several distinct characteristics. All BUT ONE is a characteristic of the
mantle.
Movement in the mantle is expressed at Earth's surface by the motions of
tectonic plates.
The upper, rigid mantle layer is composed of dense material such as iron
magnesium silicate igneous rocks, like basalt.
The mantle is chemically distinct from the crust, is different in terms of
rock types as well as seismic characteristics.
The uppermost mantle and the overlying crust form the lithosphere, which
is relatively rigid at the top but becomes noticeably more plastic beneath.

During metamorphic processes, increased pressure and temperature can affect the of minerals in rock. rocks subjected to very high pressure are typically than others because mineral grains are squeezed together, and the atoms are more closely packed. during metamorphic processes, water facilitates the transfer of ions between and within minerals, which can the rate at which metamorphic reactions take place. the growth of new minerals within a rock during metamorphism has been estimated to be about per million years. metamorphism is commonly associated with convergent plate boundaries, where two plates move toward each other. during contact metamorphism, a large intrusion will contain thermal energy and will cool much more slowly than a small one. metamorphosed sandstone is known as the metamorphic rock made from metamorphosed shale, was once used to make blackboards for classrooms

Which statements describe cultural influences? florida is bordered by water on three sides. french is spoken in parts of louisiana. forests are cleared to provide space for cattle grazing. male children are encouraged to attend the university. the longest river on the continent is located here. birthdays are celebrated on january 1st. per capita income of northern buckland is more than $100,000.

If you were a casual recreational hiker with young children, which of the following trails would be least strenuous for a leisurely family outing? a. merced lake trail b. mirror lake loop trail. c. tenaya lake and tuolumne meadows trail d. el capitan trail