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Lesson 1.4 Characteristics of the Seafloor

Question 4 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S1-Nelson

Which evidence originally supported Hess’s idea of seafloor spreading in 1968?

Answer
A
Younger rocks are closer to mid-ocean ridges.
B
The destruction of crust occurs at deep-sea trenches.
C
Oceanic rocks are pillow-shaped when formed.
D
Rocks across the ocean floor have alternating magnetic stripes.
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