Review-Geological Processes Study Guide 2

Review-Geological Processes Study Guide 2

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6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a divergent plate boundary?

Back

A divergent plate boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, leading to the formation of new crust as magma rises to the surface.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the name of the supercontinent that existed 200-300 million years ago?

Back

The supercontinent was called Pangaea.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is ridge push in the context of plate tectonics?

Back

Ridge push is a tectonic process that occurs at mid-ocean ridges, where the elevated position of the ridge causes the lithosphere to slide away from the ridge, pushing tectonic plates apart.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What instrument is used to measure and record seismic waves?

Back

The instrument is called a seismometer.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What geological feature is formed when two oceanic plates diverge?

Back

A mid-ocean ridge is formed when two oceanic plates diverge.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a convergent plate boundary?

Back

A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move towards each other, often resulting in one plate being forced beneath another in a process called subduction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process of subduction?

Back

Subduction is the geological process in which one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle as the plates converge.

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