Which of these regions is high because of mantle upwelling near a continental rift?
A)1, Andes of South America
B)2, East Africa
C)3, Tibet
D)None of these.

Question

Which of these regions is high because of mantle upwelling near a continental rift? 
A)1, Andes of South America 
B)2, East Africa 
C)3, Tibet 
D)None of these.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

East Africa is high because of mantle upwelling near the continental rift known as the East African Rift System. The other options do not have a similar geological process causing their high elevation.

Which of These Regions Is High Because of Mantle Upwelling