Plate Tectonics and Earth Structure Review

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What is a hot spot?

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A hot spot is a location on the Earth's surface that has experienced active volcanism for a long period of time, typically not located at the boundary of tectonic plates.

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What type of volcano is characterized by steep, conical shapes and explosive eruptions?

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Composite/stratovolcano.

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What is a transform boundary?

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A transform boundary is a place where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, often causing earthquakes.

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Where do earthquakes and volcanic eruptions commonly occur?

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Near the edges of tectonic plates.

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What type of plate boundary occurs when two plates move away from each other?

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Divergent boundary.

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A convergent boundary is where two tectonic plates collide, leading to mountain formation, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.

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Define tectonic plates.

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with each other, causing geological activity.

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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.

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What is the difference between oceanic and continental plates?

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Oceanic plates are denser and thinner than continental plates, which are thicker and less dense.

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What geological feature is formed at a divergent boundary?

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Mid-ocean ridges and rift valleys.