Asked by Yassen Kafagi on Jul 25, 2024
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Which of the following are locations where flood basalts are known to have occurred?
A) Siberia
B) Brazil
C) India
D) Ocean plateaus
E) All of these
Flood Basalts
Vast areas covered by large volumes of basalt lava, which erupt during major volcanic episodes.
Siberia
A vast geographic region, covering most of North Asia, known for its harsh climate, extensive boreal forests, and significant mineral resources.
Ocean Plateaus
Large, elevated areas on the ocean floor, generally volcanic in origin, rising several hundred meters above the surrounding seafloor.
- Expound on the qualities and ramifications of flood basalts.
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ramandeep singh
Jul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Flood basalts have occurred in all the listed locations: Siberia (Siberian Traps), Brazil (Paraná and Etendeka traps), India (Deccan Traps), and various ocean plateaus. These are all known for their extensive basaltic lava flows.
Learning Objectives
- Expound on the qualities and ramifications of flood basalts.