Question

Which is a result of Earth’s magnetic poles reversing over time?(1 point)
Responses

magma rising to the ocean floor at mid-ocean ridges
magma rising to the ocean floor at mid-ocean ridges

distinct bands in rocks that contain magnetic particles
distinct bands in rocks that contain magnetic particles

high amounts of iron found in ocean rocks
high amounts of iron found in ocean rocks

volcanoes occurring at tectonic plate boundaries
volcanoes occurring at tectonic plate boundaries

Answer 1

distinct bands in rocks that contain magnetic particles

Explanation: As new oceanic crust forms at mid-ocean ridges, iron-bearing minerals lock in the direction of Earth's magnetic field as they cool. Reversals produce symmetrical magnetic "stripes" on either side of the ridge.