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How does uplift change the surface of Earth?

O A. Snow melts on the surface of Earth, causing rivers to form.

B. Magma rises from the surface of Earth, causing lava beds to form.

O C. Wind blows across the surface of Earth, causing sand dunes to form.

O D. Pressure builds under the surface of Earth, causing mountains to form.​

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Answer/ Explanation:

B. Magma rises from the surface of Earth, causing lava beds to form.

From below or decreasing downward force weigh from above. During uplift, land, as well as the sea floor, rises. All this movement can cause rocks that were once underground to be brought up to the Earth's surface. This process is called uplift.

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