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pepyto

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Which type of convergence will result in a continental volcanic arc?
 
  A) Oceanic-continental
  B) Oceanic-oceanic
  C) Continental-continental

Question 2

Think about what happens to the density of an oceanic plate as it ages and cools. How will the age and temperature of the subducting plate affect its angle of descent?
 
  A) Old, cool plates will have a shallow angle of descent.
  B) Old, warm plates will have a steeper angle of descent.
  C) Young, warm plates will have a shallow angle of descent.
  D) Young, cool plates will have a steeper angle of descent.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

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Answer: A





 

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