The central peak of a crater is formed by __________________.
A) the upward rebounding of compressed rock
B) molten rock being thrown upward and then solidifying
C) ejected material falling back into the crater
D) regolith drifting toward the center of the crater
E) None of these choices are correct.

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The central peak of a crater is formed by the upward rebounding of compressed rock after the impact event, which causes the rock to spring back and create a peak in the center of the crater.

The Central Peak of a Crater Is Formed by __________________