Describe the characteristics of Mid-oceanic Ridges.

The characteristics of Mid-Oceanic Ridges is described below:
(i)It forms an interconnected chain of mountain system within the ocean.
(ii)It is the longest mountain-chain on the surface of the earth though submerged under the oceanic waters.
(iii)It is characterised by a central rift system at the crest, a fractionated plateau and flank zone all along its length. The rift system at the crest is the zone of intense volcanic activity.