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    The rigid lithospheric slabs are known as 'Pates'. What would be the result, if the oceanic plate collides with the continental plate?                   [NDA/NA2013-II]
    1. Oceanic plate is forced below the continental plate.
    2. Continental plate is forced below the oceanic plate.
    3. Continental and oceanic plates never collide.
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    A)  1 only                         

    B)  2 only

    C)  1 and 2 only                

    D)  1, 2 and 3

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     When two rigid slabs of lithospheric, known as plate colloid with and another. The plate made of heavier material is tend to below the plate made of lights material (SIAG).


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