Plate tectonics

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What is a divergent boundary?

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A divergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust, such as volcanoes.

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What geological feature is commonly formed at a convergent boundary?

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Mountains are commonly formed at convergent boundaries where two tectonic plates collide.

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What is the result of transform boundary movement?

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Transform boundary movement creates earthquakes due to the sliding past of tectonic plates.

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Which layer of the Earth is responsible for the movement of tectonic plates?

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The mantle is the layer of the Earth responsible for the movement of tectonic plates.

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What does a seismograph measure?

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A seismograph measures the size of the energy wave produced by an earthquake.

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

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The process is called convergence.

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What type of boundary is associated with the creation of oceanic ridges?

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A divergent boundary is associated with the creation of oceanic ridges.

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What is subduction in the context of plate tectonics?

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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another and is forced into the mantle.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with one another.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

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The Ring of Fire is a major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur.