Which of the following is the process whereby rocks from depth are exposed at the surface during mountain building?
A) subsidence
B) uplift
C)jointing
D)foliation

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Uplift is the process whereby rocks from depth are exposed at the surface during mountain building. Subsidence is the opposite process where the surface sinks downwards. Jointing is the process whereby rocks break along natural planes of weakness, and foliation is the process whereby rocks develop a layered or banded appearance due to the alignment of mineral grains.

Which of the Following Is the Process Whereby Rocks from Depth