Plate Boundaries

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What is a divergent boundary?

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A divergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new oceanic crust, such as at mid-ocean ridges.

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What geological feature is commonly found at a divergent boundary?

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Mid-Ocean Ridge.

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What is a transform boundary?

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A transform boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates slide past one another horizontally, often causing earthquakes.

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

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Earthquakes.

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A convergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates collide, leading to the formation of mountains, volcanoes, or deep ocean trenches.

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What geological feature is commonly found at a convergent boundary between two continental plates?

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Mountains.

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What happens when two oceanic plates converge?

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One oceanic plate is subducted under the other, often forming volcanic island arcs.

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What is subduction?

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Subduction is the process by which one tectonic plate moves under another plate and sinks into the mantle.

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What type of boundary is associated with the formation of rift valleys?

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Divergent boundary.

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What is the primary cause of earthquakes at transform boundaries?

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The friction and stress that build up as plates slide past each other.