How did the Red Sea,shown between Arabia and Africa in this figure,form?
A)subduction of Arabia beneath Africa
B)subduction of Africa beneath Arabia
C)a continental collision
D)continental rifting followed by seafloor spreading
E)transform faulting followed by a continental collision

Question

How did the Red Sea,shown between Arabia and Africa in this figure,form? 
A)subduction of Arabia beneath Africa 
B)subduction of Africa beneath Arabia 
C)a continental collision 
D)continental rifting followed by seafloor spreading 
E)transform faulting followed by a continental collision

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Red Sea formed through a series of rifts and subsequent seafloor spreading that occurred between Arabia and Africa. This process began around 30 million years ago and continues to this day, causing the Red Sea to widen by several centimeters each year.

How Did the Red Sea,shown Between Arabia and Africa in This