Plants Are Important to the Development of Karst Primarily Because

question 17

Multiple Choice

Plants are important to the development of karst primarily because

• A)openings adjacent to their roots serve as microchannels that allow water to enter the rock.
• B)the decay of large roots below the surface produces cavities which eventually enlarge to form caves.
• C)they supply organic acids that enhance the dissolution process.
• D)they provide the calcium carbonate necessary for karst topography to form.
• E)they lessen the impact of raindrops on the surface so the water can more rapidly flow into stream channels.

---

Definitions:

Monopolistically Competitive

Refers to a market structure where many companies sell similar but not identical products, allowing them to have some control over their prices.

Economic Profits

Profits that exceed the opportunity costs of a firm, calculated as total revenues minus both explicit and implicit costs.

Long Run

A period during which all factors of production and costs are variable, and firms can enter or exit the industry.

Total Revenue

The gross revenue from selling products or services before deducting any costs.