Layers of the Earth & Plate Tectonics

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What is a convergent boundary?

Back

A boundary where two tectonic plates move towards each other.

Front

What happens to pressure as you go deeper into the Earth?

Back

Pressure increases.

Front

Why do volcanoes often form at plate boundaries?

Back

Plates can slide beneath each other.

Front

What can we conclude about the density of an object that floats on water?

Back

It is less dense than the water.

Front

What feature would you not expect to find near a convergent subduction boundary?

Back

Mid Ocean Ridges.

Front

What is the Earth's outermost layer called?

Back

The crust.

Front

What is the layer of the Earth beneath the crust?

Back

The mantle.

Front

What is the core of the Earth primarily made of?

Back

Iron and nickel.

Front

What is a divergent boundary?

Back

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

Front

What is a transform boundary?

Back

A boundary where two tectonic plates slide past each other.