Amplify Plate Motion - Chapter 1, 2, 3 review

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What happens at a convergent plate boundary?

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At a convergent plate boundary, two tectonic plates collide, and one plate may subduct into the mantle.

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What is a divergent plate boundary?

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A divergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move away from each other, allowing magma from the mantle to create new rock.

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What occurs over time at a divergent plate boundary?

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At a divergent plate boundary, locations A and B move away from each other over time.

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How do Earth's plates change position?

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Earth's plates change position gradually due to plate motion.

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What type of solid material are Earth's plates?

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Earth's plates are hard solid material.

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What type of solid material is Earth's mantle?

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Earth's mantle is a soft solid material.

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What is subduction?

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

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What is the result of plate tectonics?

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The movement of tectonic plates can lead to earthquakes, volcanic activity, and the formation of mountains.

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What is the theory of plate tectonics?

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

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What is a transform plate boundary?

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A transform plate boundary is where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally.