The Diagram Shows Four Slabs of Different Materials with Equal

question 25

Multiple Choice

The diagram shows four slabs of different materials with equal thickness, placed side by side. Heat flows from left to right and the steady-state temperatures of the interfaces are given. Rank the materials according to their rates of thermal conduction, smallest to largest.

• A) 1, 2, 3, 4
• B) 2, 1, 3, 4
• C) 1, 2, 4, 3
• D) 3, 4, 2, 1
• E) all are equal

Interpret fossils to reconstruct behaviors and environments of extinct species.

Utilize isotopic analysis and other biomarkers to infer ancient life forms and their diets.

Recognize behaviors observed in the fossil record and infer ecological dynamics.

Grasp the methodologies and significance of radiometric dating and isotopic analysis in paleontology.

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