Question

base your answer(s) on the following question(s) on the diagram below. the diagram shows a model of the relationship between earths surface and its interior. (not drawn to scale) mid - ocean ridges (rifts) normally form where tectonic plates are converging stationary diverging sliding past each other

Explanation:

Mid - ocean ridges are formed at divergent plate boundaries. At these boundaries, tectonic plates move apart. Magma from the mantle rises to fill the gap, creating new oceanic crust. Converging plates lead to subduction or mountain - building (not mid - ocean ridges). Stationary plates do not form such features. Sliding past each other (transform boundaries) cause faults, not mid - ocean ridges.

Answer:

C. diverging