An Atoll Is Approximately ________ in Shape Because It Forms

question 158

Multiple Choice

An atoll is approximately ________ in shape because it forms ________.

• A) circular; around seastacks
• B) circular; around submerged volcanic islands
• C) linear; along barrier islands
• D) linear; along continental shorelines

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Definitions:

Loud Noise

Sounds that are of high amplitude, potentially harmful or disturbing to human hearing.

Parsimony

The principle that the simplest explanation of an event or observation is preferred over more complex explanations.

Anecdote

A short, amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person, often used to illustrate a point.

Psychic

Pertaining to phenomena or abilities claimed to be beyond the natural physical laws, such as extrasensory perception or telekinesis.