The outer portion of a craton,where deformed rocks are covered by sediments,is termed the ________.
A)shield
B)cratonic platform
C)convergent margin
D)exotic terrane

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A cratonic platform is the outer portion of a craton, where deformed rocks are covered by sediments. A shield refers to the exposed portion of a craton consisting of ancient, deformed rocks. A convergent margin is a boundary where two tectonic plates are colliding, typically resulting in volcanoes and earthquakes. An exotic terrane is a piece of crust that has been added to a larger landmass from a different tectonic setting.

The Outer Portion of a Craton,where Deformed Rocks Are Covered