Which of the following locations displays a triple junction that resulted from a rising mantle plume?
A)Eastern Africa/Arabian Peninsula
B)East Pacific Rise
C)Japan/East Asia
D)Mid-Atlantic Ridge

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The Eastern Africa/Arabian Peninsula is known for the Afar Triple Junction, which is a classic example of a triple junction formed due to a rising mantle plume. This area is where the Red Sea Rift, the Gulf of Aden Rift, and the East African Rift meet, showcasing the splitting of a continent as a result of mantle plume activity.

Which of the Following Locations Displays a Triple Junction That