Question

Q. Mid oceanic ridges are formed as a result of:

• A. Convergence of two oceanic plates.
• B. Divergence of two oceanic plates.
• C. Divergence of oceanic and continental plates.
• D. Two oceanic plates moving parallel to each other.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Divergence of two oceanic plates.

Explanation:

A mid-oceanic ridge is an underwater mountain range, formed by plate tectonics. Mid-oceanic ridges are formed along with two diverging oceanic plates. As two oceanic plates diverge, magma comes out and eventually solidifies leading to the formation of mid-oceanic ridges.