Multiple Choice
Which of the following features distinguishes animals from organisms in other multicellular kingdoms?
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Aquifers are _______.
A
areas of high biodiversity in tropical rainforests
B
large bodies of saltwater on Earth's surface
C
underground layers of water-bearing rock or sediment
D
atmospheric layers containing ozone
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Understand the term 'aquifer' by breaking it down: 'aqua' refers to water, and 'fer' implies bearing or carrying. Aquifers are related to water storage.
Recognize that aquifers are geological formations. They consist of underground layers of rock or sediment that can store and transmit water.
Differentiate aquifers from other options provided in the question. For example, aquifers are not areas of biodiversity, saltwater bodies, or atmospheric layers.
Learn that aquifers are crucial for groundwater storage and are often tapped for human use through wells and springs.
Conclude that aquifers are underground layers of water-bearing rock or sediment, which is the correct answer to the problem.
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