When mantle peridotite partially melts beneath an oceanic ridge, _______

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james

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on: Jul 14, 2018

When mantle peridotite partially melts beneath an oceanic ridge, ________ magma is produced.

A) andesitic or intermediate
B) basaltic or mafic
C) rhyolitic or felsic
D) granitic or felsic

Question 2

To be classified as a batholith a plutonic body must have surface exposure greater than ________ square kilometers.

A) 45
B) 50
C) 80
D) 100

prumorgan

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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D

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