During 2007, Many "Subprime" and "Alt-A" Borrowers Began to Default

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Essay

During 2007, many "subprime" and "Alt-A" borrowers began to default on their mortgages.Describe "subprime" and "Alt-A" borrowers.

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Definitions:

Cooling

Cooling refers to the process of losing heat, in the geological context often relating to the solidification of magma into igneous rock.

Partial Melting

The process where only a portion of a solid is melted, which is common in the Earth's mantle and crust.

Felsic Magma

Magma that is rich in silica and lighter elements, leading to lighter-colored rocks such as granite.

Source Region

Areas where air masses originate, having distinct temperature and humidity characteristics based on the underlying surface.