Plate Boundaries

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What is a transform boundary?

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A transform boundary is a type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally. This movement can cause earthquakes.

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What geologic feature is commonly associated with 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 a divergent boundary?

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

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What geologic feature is typically found at a divergent boundary between oceanic crust?

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A Mid-Ocean Ridge is typically found at a divergent boundary between oceanic crust.

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What is a rift valley?

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A rift valley is a lowland region that forms where tectonic plates move apart, often found at divergent boundaries between continental crust.

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What type of boundary is characterized by plates colliding?

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A convergent boundary is characterized by tectonic plates colliding.

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What is the primary geological event associated with transform boundaries?

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Earthquakes are the primary geological event associated with transform boundaries.

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What happens at a divergent boundary?

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At a divergent boundary, tectonic plates move away from each other, leading to the formation of new crust.

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What is the difference between oceanic and continental crust at divergent boundaries?

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At divergent boundaries, oceanic crust typically forms mid-ocean ridges, while continental crust can form rift valleys.

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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, commonly occurring at convergent boundaries.