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, often causing earthquakes.

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What geological activity is most commonly associated with transform boundaries?

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Earthquakes are the most common geological activity associated with transform boundaries.

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What is a subduction zone?

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A subduction zone is formed when one tectonic plate sinks below another, typically occurring at convergent plate boundaries.

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What type of plate boundary is characterized by plates moving apart?

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A divergent boundary is characterized by tectonic plates moving apart from each other.

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A convergent boundary is where two tectonic plates collide, which can lead to the formation of mountains, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.

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What is a plate boundary?

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A plate boundary is the area where two tectonic plates meet, leading to various geological activities.

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How does oceanic crust differ from continental crust?

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Oceanic crust is thinner, younger, and more dense than continental crust.

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What is the primary feature of a divergent boundary?

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The primary feature of a divergent boundary is the formation of new crust as tectonic plates pull apart, often creating mid-ocean ridges.

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What happens at a convergent boundary?

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At a convergent boundary, tectonic plates collide, which can result in the formation of mountains, deep ocean trenches, and volcanic arcs.

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What is the focus in relation to earthquakes?

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The focus is the point within the Earth where an earthquake originates.