On this map of South America,which features are not on a plate boundary?
A)A and B
B)B and C
C)C and D
D)D and E
E)All of the features are on a plate boundary.

Question

On this map of South America,which features are not on a plate boundary? 
A)A and B 
B)B and C 
C)C and D 
D)D and E 
E)All of the features are on a plate boundary.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The features marked as C (Andes Mountains) and D (Amazon Rainforest) are not on a plate boundary. The Andes Mountains were formed by the subduction of the Nazca Plate beneath the South American Plate, which is a convergent plate boundary. However, the Amazon Rainforest is located in the South American Plate and not on any plate boundary. Therefore, the correct choice is C).

On This Map of South America,which Features Are Not on a Plate