Asked by Lacey Harpe on May 21, 2024

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Devils Tower was formed by:

A) solidification of a magma chamber
B) sedimentation from river deposits
C) accumulations of windblown sand

Devils Tower

A striking volcanic rock formation located in the Black Hills of northeastern Wyoming, USA.

Magma Chamber

A large reservoir in the crust or mantle that is occupied by a body of magma.

Sedimentation

The process by which particles settle out of a fluid, leading to the accumulation of solid material on the floor of a water body or other surface.

  • Understand the development of geological formations and the impact of geologic hazards on human societies.
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Julian SantosMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Devils Tower was formed by the solidification of magma within a volcanic neck, or the throat of a volcano. Over time, erosion exposed the harder rock of the tower, while the softer rock surrounding it was eroded away.