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Mid oceanic ridges are also known as __________.

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Abyssal plains
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Oceanic trenches
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Continental shelf
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Underwater mountain ranges
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Solution

The correct option is D Underwater mountain ranges
Mid oceanic ridges are also known as underwater mountain ranges. These ranges were created by the hot, seething magma rising up and spreading to the sides of the ridges.

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