Geography · Geomorphology
With reference to Leopold Kober's Geosynclinal Orogen Theory, consider the following statements: A. Mountain building is primarily driven by horizontal compressive forces generated by the contraction of the Earth due to cooling. B. The ancient rigid masses that act as forelands during the squeezing of geosynclinal sediments are referred to as 'kratogens'. C. A 'median mass' or 'Zwischengebirge' is created when intense compression causes the entire sedimentary layer of a geosyncline to fold into recumbent folds. D. The Tibetan Plateau is identified as a classic example of a median mass situated between marginal mountain ranges. Choose the correct option:
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