The concept of isostacy explains why ____.
A)magnetic differences exist in stripes along the seafloor
B)magma plumes are created
C)continental crust stands higher than oceanic crust
D)convection moves magma under the lithosphere
E)lithospheric plates move in response to convection

Question

The concept of isostacy explains why ____. ​
A)magnetic differences exist in stripes along the seafloor
B)magma plumes are created
C)continental crust stands higher than oceanic crust
D)convection moves magma under the lithosphere
E)lithospheric plates move in response to convection

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Isostacy refers to the equilibrium that exists between parts of the Earth's crust, which allows for the continental crust to "float" at a higher elevation than the denser oceanic crust due to differences in thickness and density.

The Concept of Isostacy Explains Why ____. ​

The Concept of Isostacy Explains Why ____.