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Macdonald, Kenneth C.; Fox, Paul J. – Scientific American, 1990
Described are concepts involved with the formation and actions of the Mid-Ocean Ridge. Sea-floor spreading, the magma supply model, discontinuities, off-axis structures, overlaps and deviation, and aquatic life are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Earthquakes, Geology
