California Geology, Hazards and Resources

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California has mineral resources.

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False

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What is the primary use of water by humans in California?

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Agriculture

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The reason there are volcanoes in Northern California is:

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The subduction of the Juan de Fuca Plate

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What are man-made canals that move water from where we have it to where we need it?

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Aqueducts

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California’s resources and hazards are a result of the geologic history of our state.

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True

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What is the San Andreas Fault?

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A major fault line in California that is known for its seismic activity.

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What is the Basin and Range System?

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A geological region characterized by alternating mountain ranges and valleys.

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What are tsunamis?

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Large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

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What are ore deposits?

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Concentrations of minerals that can be extracted for economic value.

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What are landslides?

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The movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope.