Which statement best describes the role of plate tectonics in changes that occur on Earth?
A: Convection currents in the mantle cause mountain ranges to slowly collapse over time.
B: The subduction of oceanic crust cools the mantle and prevents volcanic eruptions.
C: The movement of plates builds pressure that is released during an earthquake.
D: Seafloor spreading causes ocean basins to get smaller and shallower over time.