The Formation of Magma Within Earth Is NOT Caused by Which

question 8

Multiple Choice

The formation of magma within Earth is NOT caused by which of the following processes?

• A)decompression (drop in pressure)
• B)addition of volatiles
• C)transfer of heat from adjacent magma or very hot rocks
• D)loss of volatiles to the atmosphere

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Definitions:

Retroactive Interference

A memory disruption that occurs when newly learned information interferes with the recall of previously learned information.

Encoding Failure

The inability to form a memory due to insufficient attention to the details of an event or information at the time of encoding.

Decay

The process of declining in quality, power, or vitality, often used in reference to physical or biological deterioration over time.

Interference Theory

A theory that explains how new learning can cause the forgetting of previously learned information due to overlap or interference.