In a Dry, Fault-Originated, Basin and Range Area Like the Okanagan

question 15

Multiple Choice

In a dry, fault-originated, basin and range area like the Okanagan Valley of BC and Washington, which environmental conditions are associated with steep mountain slopes and ephemeral streams?

• A)Faulting is probably still active in the mountain rain shadow, producing a semi-arid climate.
• B)Faulting ceased millions of years ago, resulting in an arid desert.
• C)Faulting is probably still active, resulting in a steppe area with a rainy season.
• D)Faulting ceased millions of years ago, resulting in moderate rainfall but very hot climate.

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