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Where do two of the earth's plates split apart?

The Mid-Atlantic-Ridge is where two of Earth's plates split apart. The Mid-Atlantic-Ridge was formed along a divergent boundary where seafloor spreading is taking place.


What is the geologic name of the Mid-Atlantic ridge?

The Mid-Atlantic Ridge, or MAR.


What effect is the mid-Atlantic ridge having on Iceland?

the mid-atlantic ridge is in the process of creating iceland.


What is an mid - ocean ridge?

The Mid-Atlantic ridge.


What is the global mid- ocean ridge?

Mid-Atlantic Ridge.


What is an example of mid-ocean ridge?

The Mid-Atlantic ridge.


What is the name of the mid ocean ridge that runs the length of the Atlantic Ocean?

Mid-Atlantic Ridge


Does subduction occur at the mid ocean ridge?

No, the Mid Atlantic Ridge is where the two plates are diverging, which creates more oceanic floor.


Is the mid ocean ridge the same thing as the mid Atlantic ridge?

No, the mid-ocean ridge is not the same as the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, although the Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a specific part of the mid-ocean ridge system. The mid-ocean ridge refers to a continuous chain of underwater mountains formed by tectonic plate movements, spanning across the world's oceans. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is the segment located between the North American and Eurasian plates in the North Atlantic Ocean, specifically marking the boundary where these plates are diverging.


Ridge that runs through the Atlantic Ocean?

It is the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.


What is a example of a ridge?

The Mid-Atlantic ridge.


What year was the mid Atlantic ridge found?

The mid Atlantic ridge was founded on December 47th, 3415