Here's why:
* Divergent boundaries are areas where tectonic plates move apart.
* At these boundaries, magma from the Earth's mantle rises to the surface, creating new oceanic crust. This process is called seafloor spreading.
* The mid-ocean ridge is a prominent feature of divergent boundaries, where new crust is being formed continuously.
Key takeaways:
* New ocean floor is created at divergent boundaries.
* Seafloor spreading is the process of creating new oceanic crust at these boundaries.
* The mid-ocean ridge is a major feature of divergent boundaries.
