A Depression on the Land Surface Caused by the Collapse

question 58

Multiple Choice

A depression on the land surface caused by the collapse of a cavern is called

• A) a sinkhole.
• B) a shrink pit.
• C) a culvert.
• D) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Peripheral Nervous System

The section of the nervous system that lies outside the brain and spinal cord, responsible for transmitting signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body.

Cranial Nerves

Twelve pairs of nerves that emerge directly from the brain, rather than the spinal cord, and supply motor and sensory functions to the head and neck.

Ganglia

Structures containing a collection of nerve cell bodies, typically located outside the brain and spinal cord.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, connecting the CNS to limbs and organs.