During the Age of Exploration, There Was Estimated to Be

question 16

Multiple Choice

During the age of exploration, there was estimated to be approximately how many languages existing?

• A)​12,000
• B)​25,000
• C)8,500
• D)​120,000

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Definitions:

Horizontal Compression

The force that acts in parallel opposition across the Earth's crust, leading to folding, faulting, or shortening of geological formations.

Horizontal Tension

Refers to the stress acting parallel to the Earth's surface, which can cause stretching and fracturing of geological structures.

Vertical Tension

The force per unit area exerted in a vertical direction within a material, often relating to the stress experienced by geological or man-made structures.

Plunging Anticline

A fold in rock layers that slopes downward from the crest, usually indicating compression forces within the Earth's crust.