The Close-Fitting Mosaic of Pebbles, Cobbles, and Boulders Covering the Floor

question 20

Multiple Choice

The close-fitting mosaic of pebbles, cobbles, and boulders covering the floor of many deserts and semiarid regions is called:

• A) ventifact.
• B) desert pavement.
• C) longitudinal dune.
• D) yardang.
• E) barchan dune.

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Definitions:

Sheep Pluck

A dissected specimen consisting of the heart, lungs, and liver of a sheep, often used in biology studies.

Trachea

The main airway (windpipe) leading from the larynx to the lungs, allowing the passage of air for respiration.

Pharynx

The pharynx is a muscular tube that connects the nasal and oral cavities to the esophagus and larynx, playing a key role in the respiratory and digestive systems.

Nasal Conchae

These are long, narrow, curled shelves of bone that protrude into the nasal cavity, increasing its surface area.