What Is Parallax

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Multiple Choice

What is parallax?

• A) distance to an object, measured in parsecs
• B) angle taken up by the size (e.g., diameter) of an object, as seen by an observer
• C) shift in angular position of an object as it moves in space
• D) apparent shift in position of an object as the observer moves

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Definitions:

Geologic Hazards

Natural events caused by geological processes, such as earthquakes, landslides, and volcanic eruptions, that can potentially endanger human lives and property.

Volcanic Eruptions

Explosive events where magma, gas, and ash are expelled from a volcano, often with significant force and impact on the surrounding environment.

Flash Flooding

Rapid and extreme flow of high water into a normally dry area, or a rapid water level rise in a stream or creek above a predetermined flood stage, often caused by intense rainfall.

Mountain Ranges

Chains or clusters of mountains that are close together in a line or a group, often formed by tectonic forces or volcanism.