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What does the text describe as forming at subduction zones?
What does the text describe as forming at subduction zones?
- Mountain ranges (correct)
- Deserts
- Canyons
- Plains
In an Ocean/Continent Subduction Zone, what lithosphere subducts beneath the more buoyant lithosphere?
In an Ocean/Continent Subduction Zone, what lithosphere subducts beneath the more buoyant lithosphere?
- Crustal
- Continental
- Asthenospheric
- Oceanic (correct)
What is indicated by the box in diagram (b) in relation to the crust transition?
What is indicated by the box in diagram (b) in relation to the crust transition?
- A transform fault
- A divergent boundary
- An active continental margin (correct)
- A subduction boundary
What do both scenarios (a) and (b) involve in terms of plate composition?
What do both scenarios (a) and (b) involve in terms of plate composition?
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What geological feature is specifically mentioned to form in an Ocean/Ocean Subduction Zone?
What geological feature is specifically mentioned to form in an Ocean/Ocean Subduction Zone?
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What happens to the oceanic lithosphere at a subduction zone?
What happens to the oceanic lithosphere at a subduction zone?
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What occurs when the continental margins collide?
What occurs when the continental margins collide?
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Which geological processes are associated with an active continental margin?
Which geological processes are associated with an active continental margin?
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Why does subduction not occur when thick continental crusts collide?
Why does subduction not occur when thick continental crusts collide?
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What is the main difference between the passive and active continental margins?
What is the main difference between the passive and active continental margins?
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