HW#13 U1.Ch4

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What is a Transform Boundary?

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A Transform Boundary is a type of tectonic plate boundary where two plates slide past each other horizontally, causing earthquakes.

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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, leading to the formation of new crust, such as mid-ocean ridges.

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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, often resulting in the formation of mountains, volcanic activity, and earthquakes.

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What are the products of a Divergent Plate Boundary?

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Products of a Divergent Plate Boundary include new crust, mid-ocean ridges, and rift valleys.

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Which geological feature is NOT formed by a Divergent Boundary?

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Mountains and volcanoes are NOT typically formed by Divergent Boundaries; they are more associated with Convergent Boundaries.

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What is the main cause of earthquakes at Transform Boundaries?

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Earthquakes at Transform Boundaries are caused by the friction and stress that build up as the tectonic plates slide past each other.

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What happens at a Subduction Zone?

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At a Subduction Zone, one tectonic plate is forced under another, leading to volcanic activity and the formation of deep ocean trenches.

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What is the Mid-Atlantic Ridge?

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The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a divergent boundary located in the Atlantic Ocean where new oceanic crust is formed as tectonic plates move apart.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

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

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What is the difference between oceanic and continental plates?

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Oceanic plates are denser and thinner than continental plates, which are thicker and less dense.