Question

what is the main characteristic of divergent boundaries in plate tectonics?
plates move apart from each other.
plates slide past each other horizontally.
plates move toward each other.

Explanation:

Divergent boundaries in plate tectonics are characterized by plates moving apart. This movement allows magma to rise and form new crust. The other options describe transform (sliding past) and convergent (moving toward) boundaries.

Answer:

Plates move apart from each other.