Plate Boundaries

Plate Boundaries

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Divergent Oceanic Boundary?

Back

A boundary where two tectonic plates move apart, creating new oceanic crust as magma rises to the surface.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process responsible for the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Convection, which is the transfer of heat through the mantle causing plates to move.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What geological feature is commonly found at Transform Boundaries?

Back

Fault lines, where two plates slide past each other causing earthquakes.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens at a Transform Boundary?

Back

Two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What occurs at a Divergent Boundary?

Back

Two tectonic plates spread apart, leading to the formation of new crust.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Convergent Boundary?

Back

A boundary where two tectonic plates collide, often leading to subduction or mountain formation.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Subduction?

Back

The process where one tectonic plate moves under another, often leading to volcanic activity.

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