Folded rock layers generally form from

A) Divergence of tectonic plates at mid-ocean ridges

B) Tectonic plates sliding past each other

C) Compression of tectonic plates at convergent boundaries

D) Huge underwater earthquakes

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Bolton

Geography

5 December, 13:18

Folded rock layers generally form from

A) Divergence of tectonic plates at mid-ocean ridges

B) Tectonic plates sliding past each other

C) Compression of tectonic plates at convergent boundaries

D) Huge underwater earthquakes

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Madelynn Sanford · Answer 1

C

Explanation:

Hey! When two plates act upon each other their layers fold upon of one another. The compression causes folding due to the pressure exerted on each other. The rocks fracture and these fractures tend to make the layers give way and fold.

Folded rock layers generally form fromA) Divergence of tectonic plates at mid-ocean ridgesB) Tectonic plates sliding past each otherC) Compression of tectonic plates at convergent boundariesD) Huge underwater earthquakes

Folded rock layers generally form from

A) Divergence of tectonic plates at mid-ocean ridges

B) Tectonic plates sliding past each other

C) Compression of tectonic plates at convergent boundaries

D) Huge underwater earthquakes