Question 33
Earth Movements and VulcanicityThe formation of block mountains are best associated with
- A.accumulation of materials ejected from within the earth crust
- B.solidification of magma within the earth's crust
- C.uplifting of crustal block within two parallel faults
- D.vertical movement of sediments into geosynclines
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (uplifting of crustal block within two parallel faults)
Explanation
A block mountain (horst) is a block of crust pushed up between two parallel faults.