Patterns of Earth's Features 5.1.1

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What is the relationship between volcanoes, mountains, and earthquakes?

Back

They are formed because of plate tectonics.

Front

Which territory is NOT part of the fire belt?

Back

Europe.

Front

What is a seismograph used for?

Back

A device that records earthquake waves and helps to calculate the time, strength, and duration of earthquakes.

Front

What are the coordinates of the heart's location?

Back

20 degrees S, 140 degrees E.

Front

Which scientist's hypothesis about the location of the next volcano is more correct if Dr. Hank chose spot A and Professor John chose spot B?

Back

Professor John's hypothesis - B.

Front

What are plate tectonics?

Back

The theory that the Earth's outer shell is divided into several plates that glide over the mantle.

Front

What is the Ring of Fire?

Back

A major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur.

Front

How do tectonic plates move?

Back

They move due to convection currents in the mantle.

Front

What is the difference between a volcano and a mountain?

Back

A volcano is an opening in the Earth's crust that allows molten rock, ash, and gases to escape, while a mountain is a large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings.

Front

What is an earthquake?

Back

A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.