Permafrost Is a Good Place to Build Because the Temperature

question 22

True/False

Permafrost is a good place to build because the temperature of the ground does not change.

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Definitions:

Soil Erosion

The removal of topsoil by wind, water, or other natural agents, leading to the degradation of land.

Soil Fertility

The quality of soil that enables it to provide essential nutrients to plants for growth, typically influenced by the soil's physical, chemical, and biological properties.

Elemental Iodine

A nonmetallic element in the halogen group, appearing as a dark gray/purple solid at room temperature and used in medicine and nutrition.

Goiter

An abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, often resulting in a visible swelling in the neck, which can be caused by iodine deficiency.