What process occurs when a more dense plate sinks beneath a less dense plate?

Asked by Dr. John Carmen 12 years ago 12/13/2012 8:25 AM

Last updated by anonymous 12 years ago 12/14/2012 6:49 PM

Answered by Dr. John Carmen 12 years ago 12/14/2012 6:49 PM

Subduction is where the dense plate sinks beneath a less dense plate.