Which outcome occurs when subduction ceases at a trench?

💡 Explanation

Isostatic uplift occurs because the removal of the downgoing plate reduces the downward force; therefore, the crust rises to regain equilibrium, rather than increasing eruptions because no further magma is generated.

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