Types of plate boundaries

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What is a convergent plate boundary?

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A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates collide or move towards each other.

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What happens at a transform plate boundary?

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At a transform plate boundary, tectonic plates slide or move past each other.

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What is a divergent plate boundary?

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A divergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move away from each other.

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What is an example of a transform boundary?

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The San Andreas Fault in California is an example of a transform boundary.

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What is a subduction zone?

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A subduction zone is formed when a more dense tectonic plate sinks below a less dense plate.

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What geological activity is commonly associated with convergent boundaries?

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Earthquakes and volcanic activity are commonly associated with convergent boundaries.

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What geological feature is formed at divergent boundaries?

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Mid-ocean ridges are formed at divergent boundaries.

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What is the main characteristic of transform boundaries?

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The main characteristic of transform boundaries is lateral movement of tectonic plates.

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What type of boundary is the Mid-Atlantic Ridge?

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The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a divergent boundary.

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What occurs when two continental plates collide?

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When two continental plates collide, they can create mountain ranges.