Q109 / 270 · NDA 2021 (Phase 1) · General Ability

Which one of the following is not a minor plate ?

A
Cocos Plate
B
Nazca Plate
C
Caroline Plate
Correct answer
D
Antarctic Plate

Solution

The Antarctic Plate is a tectonic plate containing the continent of Antarctica, the Kerguelen Plateau and extending outward under the surrounding oceans. It is the Earth's fifth-largest plate. The Antarctic Plate's movement is estimated to be at least $1 \mathrm{~cm}(0.4 \mathrm{in})$ per year towards the Atlantic Ocean .

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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