Which of the following defines an island arc ?

1. crust 1 the metallic layer at the earth's center 2. inner core 3 the firm layer between the crust and the asthenosphere 3. lower mantle 2 the layer surrounding the inner core 4. asthenosphere 4 the semi-solid layer between the top layer and the upper mantle 5. upper mantle 5 the layer between the asthenosphere and lower mantle 6. top layer 6 the earth's outermost layer 7. outer core 7 the hottest part of the mantle

Fertility and mortality rates are higher in more developed nations.

Which ecosystem best fits the characteristics listed below? which ecosystem best fits the characteristics listed below? ii. seasonal migrations of millions of wildebeests, zebras, and elephants iii. large numbers of predators, such as lions iv. acacia trees and grasses a. the congo rainforest b. the african mangroves c. the serengeti grasslands d. the sahel