As a Dense Oceanic Plate Begins to Bend Down into a Trench

question 46

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As a dense oceanic plate begins to bend down into a trench, it stresses slightly at the top of the bend and normal faults occur.

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Definitions:

Arteries

Blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to all parts of the body.

Oxygenated Blood

Blood that has been enriched with oxygen in the lungs and is transported via arteries from the heart to supply the tissues of the body.

Arterioles

Small branches of arteries that lead to capillaries, playing a crucial role in regulating blood pressure and flow.

Muscular Layer

A layer of tissue composed of muscle fibers that can contract, found in various organs and structures in the body.