Well, this is surely not in the US. But the Garo, Khasi, and Jaintia Hills are all located in parts of Assam, India, and Meghalaya, India.
Over time, pressure continues to build in the tectonic plates, until suddenly, they shift in an earthquake. Aftershocks are common, but then a long time can pass before another one becomes likely.
The lower levels of the pyramid must also grow-for more people to consumer higher-end items, there must be more people to make those items.
I think your answer is B.) The objects must be in direct contact with one another
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Your question: Oil spills in the ocean affect both the aquatic environment and the ____________.
Your answer: Oil spills in the ocean affect both the aquatic environment and the economy.
The answer is economy.
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