Which outcome is observed from increased isostatic depression?

A)Submergence of coastal island land✓

B)Formation of volcanic hot spots

C)Accelerated rates of glacial ablation

D)Increased intensity of seismic activity

💡 Explanation

Land submergence results from isostatic depression under increased weight leading to land sinking; therefore, islands go underwater, because the land is pushed into the mantle decreasing elevation, rather than volcanic or seismic processes which do not directly involve changes in land elevation.

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Which outcome is observed from increased isostatic depression?

💡 Explanation

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