Seafloor Spreading and Oceanic Ecosystems
Which statement best describes how the process of seafloor spreading at divergent boundaries has advanced the scientific understanding of oceanic ecosystems?
A
It has shown that oceanic plates are becoming thinner, leading to increased volcanic activity in coastal regions
B
It has proven that divergent boundaries are sites of subduction, explaining the formation of deep-sea trenches
C
It has demonstrated that seafloor spreading is slowing down, causing a decline in marine biodiversity
D
It has revealed the formation of new oceanic crust and hydrothermal vents, supporting unique deep-sea ecosystems
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