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Which statement best describes the role of plate tectonics in changes that occur on Earth?

A: Convection currents in the mantle cause mountain ranges to slowly collapse over time.
B: The subduction of oceanic crust cools the mantle and prevents volcanic eruptions.
C: The movement of plates builds pressure that is released during an earthquake.
D: Seafloor spreading causes ocean basins to get smaller and shallower over time.

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the answer is A i learned this in class and i had the exact same question

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