10. Which of the following describes the Mid-Ocean Ridge based on its plate boundary and movement? (Select 2 correct answers.)

Question

(2 points)
Responses

Hot Spot
Hot Spot

Divergent Boundary
Divergent Boundary

Plates are sliding against each other
Plates are sliding against each other

Convergent Boundary
Convergent Boundary

Plates are moving away from each other
Plates are moving away from each other

Plates are moving towards each other

Answer 1

The correct answers that describe the Mid-Ocean Ridge based on its plate boundary and movement are:

1. Divergent Boundary
2. Plates are moving away from each other

The Mid-Ocean Ridge is a divergent boundary where tectonic plates are moving apart, allowing magma to rise and create new oceanic crust.