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, causing earthquakes.

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What geologic feature is commonly associated with convergent boundaries?

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Mountains are commonly formed at convergent boundaries where two continental 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, such as mid-ocean ridges.

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What geologic event is most likely to occur at a transform boundary?

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Earthquakes are the primary geologic event associated with transform boundaries due to the friction between sliding plates.

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What causes earthquakes?

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Earthquakes are caused by sudden movements of rock along a fault line, often due to the release of built-up stress.

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A convergent boundary is where two tectonic plates move towards each other, leading to subduction or mountain formation.

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What is a subduction zone?

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A subduction zone is a region where one tectonic plate is being forced under another, often leading to volcanic activity.

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What is the difference between oceanic and continental crust?

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Oceanic crust is denser and thinner than continental crust, which is thicker and less dense.

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What is a rift valley?

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A rift valley is a lowland region formed by the divergence of tectonic plates, often characterized by steep walls.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

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The Ring of Fire is a major area in the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur due to tectonic plate movements.