Mountainous Relief Is Due to the Rotation and Sinking of Lithospheric

question 8

Multiple Choice

Mountainous relief is due to the rotation and sinking of lithospheric blocks in a _________tectonic setting.

• A) convergent continent- ocean
• B) extensional
• C) convergent continent- ocean.
• D) convergent ocean- ocean.

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Definitions:

Apical Meristem

A growth region of plants located at the tips of roots and shoots, where cells divide to enable growth in length.

Transport Tissues

Tissues in plants, such as xylem and phloem, responsible for the conduction of water, nutrients, and sugars throughout the plant.

Root Cap

A protective structure located at the tip of a plant root, composed of dead cells that shield the growing tip as it penetrates the soil.

Dividing Cells

Cells undergoing the process of division, which can lead to growth or reproduction of the organism.