In the Interior of Continents the Earth's Crust Is Typically

question 76

Multiple Choice

In the interior of continents the earth's crust is typically about 40km thick and the elevation is near sea level.Most earth materials expand when heated,lowering their density.During rifting continental margins are heated but cool as sea floor spreading moves offshore from the continent.Thus,basic isostasy suggests that after rifting,a continental margin will ________.

• A)uplift
• B)subside
• C)remain near sea level
• D)rise slowly as erosion removes uplifted rocks

---

Definitions:

Creditor

An individual or institution that lends money or extends credit to another entity.

Interim Statements

Financial statements prepared for a period shorter than a financial year, typically quarterly or semi-annually, to provide a more immediate financial status of the company.

Insurance

A financial product that provides protection against financial losses from specified risks, such as accidents, theft, or natural disasters.

Fiscal Year

A one-year period that companies and governments use for accounting purposes and preparing financial statements, which may or may not align with the calendar year.