Continental Movement Real Test

Front

What geological feature is found where two tectonic plates move apart, often resulting in volcanic activity?

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Mid-Ocean Ridges

Front

How do scientists determine the age of rocks in seafloor spreading?

Back

The age of rocks is determined through magnetic properties and radiometric dating.

Front

What is the top layer of the Earth called?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

SONAR uses light waves to map objects. TRUE or FALSE?

Back

FALSE

Front

What can the presence of evidence of glaciers in warm places today tell us?

Back

Those places were once much colder.

Front

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

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Convergent Boundaries

Front

What is the layer of the Earth beneath the lithosphere?

Back

Asthenosphere

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth's plates?

Back

Plate Tectonics

Front

What geological feature is formed at convergent boundaries?

Back

Mountain Ranges

Front

What is the primary cause of tectonic plate movement?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle.