A Continental Craton Is Best Described as

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Multiple Choice

A continental craton is best described as

• A)the inactive remains of ancient tectonic activity.
• B)a landform undergoing constant tectonic activity.
• C)the surface accumulation of molten rock.
• D)the product of active folding and faulting.

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Definitions:

Stoma

Tiny openings or pores found on the surface of leaves and stems that allow for gas exchange between the plant and its environment.

Guard Cells

Specialized cells in the epidermis of leaves, stems, and other organs that regulate gas exchange and water loss by controlling the opening and closing of stomata.

Abscisic Acid

A plant hormone that regulates plant growth and development, particularly in response to stress conditions like drought.

Elongation

The process of lengthening or stretching something, commonly referring to the lengthening of molecular chains or the physical body structure.