A Gently Sloping, Conical Accumulation of Alluvium Deposited by a Stream

question 34

Multiple Choice

A gently sloping, conical accumulation of alluvium deposited by a stream emerging from a rock gorge or rock notch found in desert basin and range area is known as a:

• A)playas
• B)alluvial fans
• C)badlands
• D)mesas

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Definitions:

Heterozygous

Having two different alleles of a particular gene, one inherited from each parent.

Homozygous

An organism that has two identical alleles for a trait on both homologous chromosomes.

Dihybrid Cross

A genetic cross that takes into account the behavior of alleles of two loci. Compare with monohybrid cross.

Loci

Fixed positions on a chromosome where specific genes or genetic markers are located.