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.