EBK BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS
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Author: STARR
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Chapter 16, Problem 8SQ
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Geological change is the change in the geographical aspect of the environment due to various events that can affect the size of the area along with the flora and fauna on the particular area.
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