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What is one outcome of the tectonic plates' movements mentioned in the text?

1

Formation of deserts

2

Emergence of the Himalayas

3

Expansion of the Antarctic ice sheet

4

Increased volcanic activity

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Answer

B. Emergence of the Himalayas

Solution:

The northward pushing of India against Asia formed the Himalayas as a result of tectonic movements. The other options do not directly relate to the described events.

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