Question

How were the Himalayas formed?

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Responses

when a mid-ocean ridge split apart
when a mid-ocean ridge split apart

when two plates collided with each other
when two plates collided with each other

due to an increase in volcanic activity
due to an increase in volcanic activity

due to a sudden shift along a transform boundary

Answer 1

The Himalayas were formed when two plates collided with each other. Specifically, the Indian Plate collided with the Eurasian Plate, leading to the uplift of the mountain range.