Which One of the Following Is an Example of an Isostatic

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is an example of an isostatic movement?

• A)arching of strata at the center of a dome
• B)numerous aftershocks associated with deep- focus earthquakes
• C)uplift of areas recently covered by thick, continental ice sheets
• D)stream downcutting following a drop in sea level

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