Asked by Claudia Almanza on Jul 16, 2024
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Which of the following would be most consistent with an origin of Upheaval Dome by a meteoroid impact?
A) a mass of salt should exist beneath the crater
B) solidified magma might underlie the crater floor
C) presence of volcanic layers much older than the crater
D) presence of volcanic fragments scattered around the crater
E) none of these
Meteoroid Impact
Meteoroid impact refers to the collision of a meteoroid with another celestial body, such as Earth, resulting in the creation of impact craters and sometimes initiating geological changes.
Upheaval Dome
A geological structure caused by the upward movement of underground salt creating a dome-shaped feature on the Earth’s surface.
- Comprehend the array of reasons behind geological attributes and the supportive documentation.
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SR
Shakia ReneeJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The presence of a mass of salt, solidified magma, or volcanic layers/fragments does not specifically support a meteoroid impact origin for Upheaval Dome. Meteoroid impacts are typically identified by features such as a circular structure, shocked minerals, and sometimes a layer of ejecta around the crater, none of which are described in the options provided.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the array of reasons behind geological attributes and the supportive documentation.