Asked by Morgan Hooper on Apr 28, 2024
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Which of the following does NOT describe continental rifting?
A) if rifting continues the continent will remain intact
B) occurs on a continent
C) includes a broad uplift of the land surface as magma ascends
Continental Rifting
The process where a continental landmass breaks apart due to tectonic forces, often leading to the formation of new ocean basins.
Continent Intact
This term is unclear but may refer to a continent remaining geologically stable or undivided by significant natural events over time.
- Distinguish the dynamics of continental plates from those of oceanic plates.
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Karan CheemaApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Continental rifting involves the splitting apart of a continent, which can eventually lead to the formation of a new ocean basin if the rifting continues. Therefore, if rifting continues, the continent will not remain intact, making this statement incorrect.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish the dynamics of continental plates from those of oceanic plates.