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mpobi80

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on: Jul 16, 2018
________ will occur when continental collisions occur, thickening the crust and forcing some rocks to a depth where melting can take place.
 
  A) Decompression melting
  B) Rifting
  C) Extension
  D) Partial melting

Question 2

Which of the following regions will primarily erupt silica-rich lavas?
 
  A) Oceanic mantle plumes
  B) Oceanic rift zones
  C) Continental margins
  D) Impact craters


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sierramartinez

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


mpobi80

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

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