The principle of isostasy emerged in the nineteenth century to explain puzzling survey measurements near

A) the Himalayas.
B) Africa.
C) the Alps.
D) England.


Answer: A

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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