Question

question 5
1 pts
________ is a faster spreading center than ______. as a result of its faster speed, its profile is ________ gently sloped.
○ east pacific rise, mid - atlantic ridge, more
○ mid - atlantic ridge, east pacific rise, more
○ east pacific rise, mid - atlantic ridge, less
○ mid - atlantic ridge, east pacific rise, less

Explanation:

The East - Pacific Rise is a faster - spreading center compared to the Mid - Atlantic Ridge. Faster - spreading centers tend to have a more gently sloped profile.

Answer:

A. East Pacific Rise, Mid - Atlantic Ridge, more