Question 16
Earth Movements and VulcanicityWhich of the following combinations of processes is associated with the formation of a rift valley? (I) Tension or compression forces (II) Resistance and faulting (III) Emergence of the middle crust of rocks (IV) Submergence of the middle crust of rocks
- A.I, II and III only
- B.I, II and IV only
- C.I, III and IV only
- D.II, III and IV only
- E.I and III only
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (I, II and IV only)
Explanation
Tension or compression causes parallel faults and the middle block sinks, forming a rift valley.