Multiple Choice
Why is New Orleans sinking?
A) It is built on soluble rocks.
B) Levees and dykes prevent the Mississippi from supplying new sediment to balance compaction.
C) The wetlands are disappearing.
D) Hurricanes are becoming stronger.
E) Modern buildings are too heavy and cause increased compaction.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q43: What flood control method has been put
Q44: Which two cities have issues with subsidence?<br>A)
Q45: During the formation of karst topography,what typically
Q46: Briefly explain how the withdrawal of subsurface
Q47: Which of the following processes could cause
Q49: What two processes in organic (or swampy)soils
Q50: Expansive soils are a larger problem in
Q51: Unique species have adapted to photosynthesize in
Q52: Subsidence of the land surface on the
Q53: Piping is most common in<br>A) mudstones.<br>B) limestone