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bio_gurl

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on: Jul 13, 2018
The Himalayas were formed by crumpling of plate edges in a ________ zone.
 
  A) transcurrent
  B) divergent
  C) convergent
  D) rift
  E) basalt

Question 2

Which two terms can refer to the same plate boundary?
 
  A) terrane, trench
  B) divergent, constructive
  C) convergent, constructive
  D) divergent, destructive
  E) subduction, constructive


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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


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