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Q · OceanographyMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements: The mid-oceanic ridge represents a divergent plate boundary. It is associated with high volcanic activity.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
TopicOceanography
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The mid-oceanic ridges like the Mid-Atlantic Ridge are formed at divergent boundaries where plates move apart and magma rises, causing volcanic activity.
Final Answer: Option C — Both 1 and 2