The Theory of Plate Tectonics

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A section of the lithosphere that slowly moves over the asthenosphere.

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plate

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The theory that pieces of Earth’s lithosphere are in constant motion.

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Theory of Plate Tectonics

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What is the source of plate tectonic movement?

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convection currents

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How far can plates move in 1 year?

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2.5 cm - 15 cm

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True or False: Oceanic crust is newer and more dense than continental crust.

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True

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Plate boundary where plates divide, or move apart from one another.

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Divergent Boundary

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Plate boundary where plates collide and one boundary sinks below the other one.

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Convergent (Subduction) Boundary

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Plate boundary where continental plates collide.

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Convergent (Collision) Boundary

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Plate boundary where plates slide horizontally past each other.

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Transform Boundary

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Mid-ocean ridges are caused at this type of plate boundary.

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Divergent Boundary