Segments of the mid-ocean ridge system are offset.Between the offset segments we observe ____________.
A)a second series of ridges,perpendicular to the main set
B)deep ocean trenches
C)transform faults
D)None of the above are correct.

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The offset segments of the mid-ocean ridge system are connected by transform faults. These are areas where two plates are sliding past each other, resulting in a horizontal displacement of the seafloor. No additional ridges or trenches are typically observed between offset segments.

Segments of the Mid-Ocean Ridge System Are Offset