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what is the orientation of the magnetic stripes of iron contained in ro…

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what is the orientation of the magnetic stripes of iron contained in rocks that support the idea of seafloor spreading? east and west north and east south and west north and south

Explanation:

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The magnetic stripes of iron in rocks supporting seafloor - spreading are oriented parallel to the mid - ocean ridges, which is in a north - south direction as the Earth's magnetic field has influenced the alignment of iron minerals during rock formation.

Answer:

D. north and south