As Depth Increases into the Earth

question 59

Multiple Choice

As depth increases into the Earth,:

• A) there is an increase in temperature and pressure
• B) there is an increase in temperature only
• C) there is an increase in pressure only
• D) there is an increase in temperature and a decrease in pressure

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