ConcepTest: Linear Mountain Range
This material was originally created for
Starting Point:Introductory Geology and is replicated here as part of the SERC Pedagogic Service.
Question:
In exploring a new planet, you discover a long, linear mountain range crossing a broad low-lying area that is interpreted to represent an ancient basin. Predict what type of plate tectonic feature this represents.
a. subduction zone
b. continental mountain range
c. oceanic ridge system
d. transform fault zone
a. subduction zone
b. continental mountain range
c. oceanic ridge system
d. transform fault zone
Student Responses:
No data yet. The correct response is C.
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