When Two Continents Converge, _______

question 73

Multiple Choice

When two continents converge, _______ .

• A) the sediments trapped between them are pushed up and deformed to make a mountain range
• B) the heavier continent is subducted
• C) the lighter continent is subducted
• D) a volcanic arc forms on the upper plate

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