Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134746241
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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Based on the history of the region containing Acadia National Park and the color of the rocks, what type of igneous rock occur in this area?

A. Gabbro B. Granite C. Rhyolite D. Andesite E. Diorite

What type of igneous body does this structure represent?

A. Stock B. Dyke C. Sill

Acadia National Park is located in which of the physiographic provinces?

A. Interior Lowlands B. Adirondacks

C. Great Plains D. Appalachian Plateau

E. New England F. Piedmont

Acadia National Park Acadia National Park (Figure 14.9) is lo- cated in Southern Maine and was preserved as a National Park in 1916. This was the first park established east of the Mississippi Riv- er and helped Maine gain the nickname "Va- cationland". Search for 44 21 09.94N 68 13 23.22W and zoom out to an eye altitude of 3,000 feet.
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Transcribed Image Text:Acadia National Park Acadia National Park (Figure 14.9) is lo- cated in Southern Maine and was preserved as a National Park in 1916. This was the first park established east of the Mississippi Riv- er and helped Maine gain the nickname "Va- cationland". Search for 44 21 09.94N 68 13 23.22W and zoom out to an eye altitude of 3,000 feet.
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