Which one of the following is an example of an isostatic movement?
A)arching of strata at the center of a dome
B)numerous aftershocks associated with deep- focus earthquakes
C)uplift of areas recently covered by thick, continental ice sheets
D)stream downcutting following a drop in sea level

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Isostatic movement refers to the vertical movement of the Earth's crust in response to changes in the weight it is supporting. In this case, uplift of areas recently covered by thick, continental ice sheets, is an example of isostatic rebound, where the crust rebounds upward after being relieved of the weight of the ice sheets.

Which One of the Following Is an Example of an Isostatic