Asked by Karina Herrera on Jul 20, 2024
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The majority of transform boundaries are found:
A) in the middle of continents
B) along continental margins
C) in conjunction with mid-ocean ridges
D) within island arcs
Transform Boundaries
Places where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally.
Mid-ocean Ridges
Undersea mountain chains formed by the upwelling of magma between diverging tectonic plates, a key site of seafloor spreading.
Continental Margins
The zones of transition between the landmasses of continents and the deep-sea floors, including the continental shelf, slope, and rise.
- Describe the geologic events related to transform faults and fracture zones.
Verified Answer
MA
Maysam AslamiJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Transform boundaries are predominantly found in conjunction with mid-ocean ridges, where they accommodate the differential motion between different segments of the oceanic ridge system.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the geologic events related to transform faults and fracture zones.