Which pattern describes the ages of ocean rocks based on core samples from the ocean floor?(1 point)

Question

Responses

A. Younger rocks are warmer and are located closer to mid-ocean ridges.
B. Younger rocks are colder and are located closer to subduction zones.
C. Younger rocks are warmer and are located closer to subduction zones.
D. Younger rocks are colder and are located closer to mid-ocean ridges.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

A. Younger rocks are warmer and are located closer to mid-ocean ridges.

This pattern is observed because new oceanic crust forms at mid-ocean ridges, where volcanic activity occurs, making the rocks closer to the ridges younger and generally warmer than older rocks that are further away from the ridges.