Mid-ocean ridges are higher than surrounding oceanic crust primarily because:
A) two plates are colliding
B) the crust is thicker
C) the crust is stronger
D) transform faulting uplifts the rocks
E) the lithosphere is thinner and hotter

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Mid-ocean ridges are higher than surrounding oceanic crust because the lithosphere is thinner and hotter in these regions. This causes the material to be less dense and more buoyant, leading to elevation above the surrounding seafloor.

Mid-Ocean Ridges Are Higher Than Surrounding Oceanic Crust Primarily Because