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Continental Features — Quiz

Question 2 • Earth and Space Science

What is the primary difference between uplift and faulting in forming continental features?

Answer
A
Uplift occurs only at plate boundaries, while faulting happens anywhere on Earth.
B
Uplift leads to earthquakes, while faulting causes only minor surface changes.
C
Uplift creates low-lying valleys, while faulting forms only mountain ranges
D
Uplift results in layers moving upward, while faulting shifts them laterally or vertically.

Explanation

Uplift is the upward movement of a region of Earth’s crust, raising rock layers and landforms. Faulting occurs when rocks break along a fracture and move relative to each other, either sideways or up and down. So choice B correctly distinguishes upward movement from movement along a fault.

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