Minerals a. are used in many industries to create many different products. b. are renewable resources c. are found only in mountainous areas d. are not an important resource to life on earth

Technology has affected regional settlement patterns in what ways? choose all that apply. climatic improvement strategies have improved crop productivity. mechanized agricultural methods have improved agricultural productivity. participation in the global economy has increased urbanization. population shifts from urban to rural areas has increased as a result of petroleum production. settlement areas have increased as a result of improved water storage and delivery systems.