Question

Slab pull occurs __________________.

A. when less-dense tectonic plates sink below denser plates, pulling behind the remainder of the plates

B. when denser tectonic plates sink below less-dense plates, pulling behind the remainder of the plates

C. when magma rises up from the mantle, creating new oceanic crust and pushing older crust outward

D. when less-dense tectonic plates sink below denser plates, pushing away surrounding plates

Answer 1

Explanation:

B. when denser tectonic plates sink below less-dense plates, pulling behind the remainder of the plates.