The Magnetizations of Ocean-Floor Rocks Alternate in Direction in Strips

question 10

Multiple Choice

The magnetizations of ocean-floor rocks alternate in direction in strips

• A) parallel to adjacent midocean ridges.
• B) perpendicular to adjacent midocean ridges.
• C) parallel to adjacent continental margins.
• D) perpendicular to adjacent continental margins.

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