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Which of the following is true about orogeny?

42. Which of the following is true about orogeny?

1. Orogeny is the process of mountain formation that is typically caused by tectonic plate interactions
2. Subduction, collision, and continental drift are some of the processes of orogeny
3. Orogeny results in structural deformation of the Earth's crust
4. All of the above

Answer

The correct answer is: D) All of the above

Explanation

Orogeny is the process of mountain formation that is typically caused by tectonic plate interactions. Subduction, collision, and continental drift are some of the processes of orogeny that result in structural deformation of the Earth's crust.