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    Rocks Typically Exhibit _____ Behavior at or near the Surface
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Rocks Typically Exhibit _____ Behavior at or near the Surface

Question 18

Question 18

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Rocks typically exhibit _____ behavior at or near the surface where temperatures and pressures are low.


A) extensional
B) elastic
C) compressive
D) brittle
E) plastic

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