How Does Isostasy Explain the Formation of Rift Valleys

question 47

Multiple Choice

How does isostasy explain the formation of rift valleys?

• A) root decreases under compression
• B) density decreases under tension
• C) root decreases under tension
• D) density decreases under compression

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