Question

which island chain is caused by one ocean subducting under another ocean plate? philippines bahamas hawaii rewatch

Explanation:

1. Analyze each option:

• Philippines: Formed by ocean - ocean subduction (one ocean plate subducting under another ocean plate). The Philippine Sea Plate subducts under other oceanic plates, leading to the formation of the Philippine island chain.
• Bahamas: Formed from carbonate platforms and coral reefs, related to shallow - water sedimentation and not ocean - ocean subduction.
• Hawaii: Formed by a hot spot (a mantle plume), not by ocean - ocean subduction.

Answer:

A. Philippines