Which of the following factors helps magma rise toward Earth's surface?

A. pressure decreases with increasing depth
B. gas bubbles generally form at great depth and drive magma upward
C. magma is more dense and therefore tougher than the surrounding solid rocks
D. None of these choices are correct.


Answer: D

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