A planet in which volcanism is highly active would likely:
A) have a high density of visible impact craters.
B) have no atmosphere.
C) show relatively little evidence of impacts.
D) have a completely smooth surface.

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Volcanism is a process that adds new material to the surface of a planet, which can cover up or erase evidence of impacts. Therefore, a planet with highly active volcanism would be expected to show relatively little evidence of impacts.

A Planet in Which Volcanism Is Highly Active Would Likely