Which of these regions is high because of a continental collision?
A)1,Andes of South America
B)2,East Africa Rift
C)3,Tibet
D)None of these are correct.

Question

Which of these regions is high because of a continental collision? 
A)1,Andes of South America 
B)2,East Africa Rift 
C)3,Tibet 
D)None of these are correct.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The region of Tibet is high because of a continental collision between the Indian Plate and the Eurasian Plate. The collision caused the formation of the Himalayan Mountains and the Tibetan Plateau, which is the highest and largest plateau in the world. The Andes of South America are high because of a subduction zone, and the East African Rift is high because of continental rifting. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

Which of These Regions Is High Because of a Continental