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darbym82

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________ are nearly horizontal, concordant bodies that form when magma exploits weaknesses between sedimentary beds or other structures.
 
  A) Batholiths
  B) Sills
  C) Necks
  D) Dikes

Question 2

________ are discordant bodies that form when magma is forcibly injected into fractures that cut across bedding surfaces and other structures.
 
  A) Batholiths
  B) Sills
  C) Necks
  D) Dikes



JaynaD87

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D



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