ESS2.2 Tectonics

Front

What is the term for molten rock that is found beneath the Earth's surface?

Back

Magma

Front

What is the name of the Earth's outermost layer?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the name of the region around the Pacific Ocean known for its high volcanic and seismic activity?

Back

Ring of Fire

Front

What geological feature is formed by the eruption of lava from an opening in the Earth's surface?

Back

Volcano

Front

What are the large, rigid pieces that make up the Earth's lithosphere called?

Back

Tectonic plates

Front

What is the process called when tectonic plates move away from each other?

Back

Divergent boundary

Front

What is the term for the boundary where two tectonic plates collide?

Back

Convergent boundary

Front

What geological phenomenon occurs at transform boundaries?

Back

Earthquakes

Front

What is the name of the theory that explains the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Plate tectonics

Front

What type of volcano is characterized by gentle slopes and primarily erupts basaltic lava?

Back

Shield volcano