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When a Subduction Zone Is Established Under the Edge of a Continent

Question 3

Question 3

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When a subduction zone is established under the edge of a continent, this gives rise to an accretionary wedge, a volcanic arc, and compressional features farther inland that is called_______margin


A) a passive
B) an Andean
C) an Aleutian
D) a Himalayan

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