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What is a contour interval

EDITED 1/8/16: A contour interval is a the elevation difference between two adjacent contour lines.

Previous person put some ridiculous answer. This one is the correct answer on APEX and does not need improvement.

What is the main type of energy used to help convert rocks into metamorphic rocks in the rock cycle

Thermal energy (heat) and pressure or stress (which is also a form of internal energy of a system and is a form of potential energy).

What is the main type of energy used to help convert metamorphic rocks into igneous rocks in the rock cycle

Thermal energy -apex (:

How are the density and temperature of air related

Higher temperature air is less dense.
Less-Dense air has a higher temperature

When you divide the mass of a substance by its volume you get its

when you divide a substances mass by its volume you would get its density

ex: mass 45g ÷ volume 36mL = density 1.25g/mL

How do energy conversions make a car go down the street

Potential energy is stored in the gasoline, the energy is then converted to heat, then to the kinetic energy of the car.

What is term for the process of gathering information through images taken at a distance

Remote sensing

Which situation is an example of equilibrium

The amount of water in a cup does not change.

Car drives down a street what energy conversions are happening

The potential energy of the gasoline is converted to heat and kinetic energy.

What is the term for the circular movement of material inside earths mantle

QuestionThe term for the circular movement of material inside earth's mantle is convection current. This current causes the movement of the tectonic plates.

Which type of maps would most likely show the elevation of the Andes mountain

Physical map

Match each event with its description

full moon

Which of the following is NOT likely to appear on a map

Horizon

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