Asked by EMMANUEL OWUSU on Jul 20, 2024

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Curving island chains across the seafloor that are mainly volcanic in origin are called:

A) island acrs
B) sea mounts
C) continental shelves
D) abyssal plains

Island Chains

A series of islands closely spaced in a linear or arc formation, often formed by volcanic activity.

Volcanic Origin

Refers to landscapes, geological features, or materials that have formed as a result of volcanic activity, including eruptions, lava flows, and ash deposits.

Seafloor

The bottom of the ocean, covering a vast area and including features like plains, mountains, and trenches.

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LaBrea ParksJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Island arcs are curving chains of volcanic islands that are primarily found at convergent tectonic plate boundaries, where one oceanic plate subducts under another.