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Question
are parts of continental rocks that are considered relatively stable and have undergone minimal tectonic changes during the phanerozoic. the oldest rocks on earth are typically found in sections of continents identified as
craton
shelves
platforms
orogens
Brief Explanations
Cratons are stable continental rock parts with little tectonic change. The map shows Archean (red) and Proterozoic (yellow) cratons. Orogens (brown) are Phanerozoic. Shelves and platforms are not relevant here.
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Cratons