The spreading ridges are almost devoid of free sediment especially compared to basins. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
ANS: T
The young spreading centers are almost free of sediment while the age and thickness of sediments at
the basins are greater. The oldest sediments are found at the leading edges of subducting plates.
Information can be found in the section The Confirmation of Plate Tectonics.
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