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    The Average Geothermal Gradient near Earth's Surface Is
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The Average Geothermal Gradient near Earth's Surface Is

Question 24

Question 24

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The average geothermal gradient near Earth's surface is:


A) 100 ° C/km.
B) 50 ° C/km.
C) 25 ° C/km.
D) −25 ° C/km.
E) −50 ° C/km.

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