In the Terminology of Plate Tectonics,an Active Margin Is ____________

question 9

Multiple Choice

In the terminology of plate tectonics,an active margin is ____________.

• A) synonymous with "subduction zone"
• B) a 5-mile radius surrounding an active volcano
• C) a continental coastline that coincides with a plate boundary
• D) anywhere on Earth where earthquakes are especially frequent

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Definitions:

Spongy Bone

Also known as cancellous or trabecular bone, it is less dense than compact bone, containing large spaces that give it a porous appearance.

Osteoblasts

Cells in the body responsible for the synthesis and mineralization of bone during both initial bone formation and later bone remodeling.

Sweat Gland

Specialized glands in the skin of mammals that produce sweat, a fluid consisting of water and salts, which helps in thermoregulation.

Calcium Ions

Charged calcium particles (Ca2+) that play critical roles in biological processes, including muscle contraction, neurotransmitter release, and cell signaling.