When a Subduction Zone Is Established Under the Edge of a Continent

question 64

Multiple Choice

When a subduction zone is established under the edge of a continent, this gives rise to an accretionary wedge, a volcanic arc, and compressional features farther inland that is called ________ margin.

• A)an Aleutian
• B)an Andean
• C)a Himalayan
• D)a passive

---

Definitions:

Prion

Infectious agents composed primarily of protein material that can induce abnormal folding of specific normal cellular proteins called prion proteins, mostly affecting the brain.

HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Virus, a virus that attacks the immune system and, if not treated, can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome).

Conjugation

A form of genetic transfer where two bacteria temporarily join together and directly transfer genetic material between them.

Sex Pilus

A thin, tube-like structure used by bacteria to transfer genetic material during a form of reproduction called conjugation.