Stretching or Weakening of the Crust (Without Rifting) as North

question 22

Multiple Choice

Stretching or weakening of the crust (without rifting) as North America moved over a hot spot may have caused the development of the

• A) Appalachian and Anadarko basins.
• B) Michigan and Permian basins.
• C) Cincinnati and Nashville domes.
• D) Black Hills and Rocky Mountains.

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