What can scientists learn from magnetic striping patterns? Select the three correct answers.(2 points)

Responses

the speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate
the speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate

the cause of magnetic pole reversals
the cause of magnetic pole reversals

the exact location of the next earthquake along the California coast
the exact location of the next earthquake along the California coast

the year the next magnetic reversal will take place
the year the next magnetic reversal will take place

the direction plates are moving relative to each other
the direction plates are moving relative to each other

the location of ancient faults caused by seismic activity.

1 answer

Scientists can learn the following from magnetic striping patterns:

  1. The cause of magnetic pole reversals
  2. The direction plates are moving relative to each other
  3. The speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate

These patterns help in understanding the geology of the Earth's crust and plate tectonics. The other options are not directly linked to magnetic striping patterns.