The Term "Sandwich Generation" Applies to

question 54

Multiple Choice

The term "sandwich generation" applies to

• A) people who feel torn between the wishes and desires of their parents and those of their in-laws.
• B) middle-aged people caring for both aging parents and their own children.
• C) older adults who do not have enough income to afford food beyond the basics.
• D) children who have parents, stepparents, grandparents, and stepgrandparents.

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Definitions:

Silicon Tetrahedron

A structural unit in silicate minerals, consisting of four oxygen atoms surrounding a silicon atom in a tetrahedral shape.

Cleavage

The tendency of a mineral to break along flat surfaces as determined by the mineral's crystal structure.

Silicate Mineral

Minerals that contain silicon and oxygen, and sometimes other elements, which make up the majority of the Earth's crust.

Known Minerals

Refers to substances with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure that have been identified and cataloged by scientists.