Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE Concerning the Equilibrium

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE concerning the equilibrium theory of tides?

• A) The theory assumes that the seafloor does not influence tides.
• B) The theory states that the surface of the ocean cannot conform to the combination of forces acting on it.
• C) The theory presumes the surface of the ocean does conform to acting forces.
• D) The theory states that there is a balance between all of the forces that influence the surface of the ocean including those that allow Earth to stay in stable orbit around the sun.

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Definitions:

Scratch Marks

Linear abrasions on rock surfaces caused by the movement of glaciers, sediments, or other geological processes.

Folding

The bending of rock layers due to stress in the Earth's crust, often resulting in wave-like structures known as anticlines and synclines.

Banded Rock

Rock that displays layers or bands of different colors or textures, often resulting from varying mineral compositions or sediment deposition.

Coarse Crystals

Large, visible crystals often found in igneous rocks, indicating slow cooling of magma.