Which of the Following Is NOT True

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true?

• A) Subduction zones are areas where ocean floor descends into the mantle.
• B) Subduction zone activity includes very large earthquakes.
• C) Subduction zone activity leads to active volcanoes.
• D) Subduction zones are areas where ocean floor rocks are formed.
• E) Subduction zones are marked as the deepest parts of the oceans.

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