Question

The process of subduction takes place when __________. A. denser oceanic plates are forced beneath continental plates B. continental plates separate at a divergent boundary C. denser continental plates are forced into other continental plates D. continental plates push against each other to create mountain ranges

Answer 1

Answer: A. Denser oceanic plates are forced beneath continental plates

Explanation: Oceanic plates are less buoyant than continental plates while continental plates are thicker.