Which of the following best represents the sequence by which a continent splits apart?

A. continental rifting, then seafloor spreading, then uplift due to mantle upwelling
B. uplift due to mantle upwelling, then continental rifting, then seafloor spreading
C. seafloor spreading, then continental rifting, then uplift due to mantle upwelling
D. None of these.


Answer: B

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