Question

forces in earth’s crust
fill in the blank to complete each statement.

1. stress is a(n) ______ that acts on rock to change its shape or volume.
2. the collision of two plates causes the formation of ______ mountains.

Explanation:

1. In geology, stress is defined as a force that deforms rock by altering its shape or volume.
2. When two tectonic plates collide (convergent boundary), the crust crumples and uplifts to form folded mountains.

Answer:

1. Stress is a(n) force that acts on rock to change its shape or volume.
2. The collision of two plates causes the formation of folded mountains.