Geoscience processes

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What is a transform plate boundary?

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A type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates slide past each other, often causing earthquakes.

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What is an example of a small scale geoscience event?

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A landslide.

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What happens when two tectonic plates move against each other?

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An earthquake occurs.

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What typically occurs at transform boundaries?

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A sudden release of pressure resulting in an earthquake.

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What causes slow changes to the Earth's surface?

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Wind, water, ice, and plate tectonics.

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What is a convergent plate boundary?

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A boundary where two tectonic plates move towards each other, often causing mountains or trenches.

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What is a divergent plate boundary?

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A boundary where two tectonic plates move apart, leading to seafloor spreading.

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What is the process of weathering?

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The breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces.

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What is erosion?

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The movement of weathered materials from one location to another by wind, water, or ice.

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What is the role of tectonic plates in earthquakes?

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The movement and interaction of tectonic plates can cause stress to build up, leading to earthquakes.