What 2 things happen when divergent boundary plates move apart?

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When divergent boundary plates move apart, magma rises from the mantle to fill the gap, creating new oceanic crust. As the crust cools and solidifies, it forms a series of underwater mountain ranges known as mid-ocean ridges.

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