One of the Best-Known Transform Faults Is the San Andreas

question 31

Multiple Choice

One of the best-known transform faults is the San Andreas Fault in California. This fault ____.

• A)is completely oceanic
• B)creates new lithosphere
• C)destroys old lithosphere
• D)separates the Pacific plate from the North American plate
• E)has little impact on earthquake activity in California

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