The description in the paragraph given mentions "arrows pointing inwards, representing forces pressing on the rock." This typically represents compressive forces where the rock is being pushed together from opposing sides. Given this information, the most appropriate geological formation that would result from such forces is:
c) a fold mountain
Fold mountains are formed when forces push the Earth's crust together, causing it to buckle and fold. The Himalayas are an example of fold mountains created by the collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates.
In contrast, rift valleys and mid-ocean rifts are formed by tensional forces (forces pulling away from each other) and transform faults by shearing forces (forces sliding past each other). These do not match the description of forces provided in the paragraph.
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Use this paragraph: Layla drew a diagram of forces acting on the rock in Earth’s crust. She drew arrows pointing inwards, representing forces pressing on the rock.
Which formation is represented by the diagram?
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a rift valley
a rift valley
a mid-ocean rift
a mid-ocean rift
a fold mountain
a fold mountain
a transform fault
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