Amplify- Plate Motion Post Assessment Review

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What is the Earth's outer layer made of underneath the soil and ocean?

Back

The Earth's outer layer is made of hard, solid rock underneath both the soil and the ocean.

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What happens when two tectonic plates move toward each other?

Back

One plate can go underneath the other plate and sink into the soft rock below.

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Where can geologists find hard, solid rock under the surface of the Earth?

Back

Geologists can find hard, solid rock under both continents and oceans.

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What do patterns on a geological map indicate about volcanic activity and earthquakes?

Back

Patterns indicate that volcanic activity and earthquakes happened in similar areas.

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What is a cross section?

Back

A cross section is a cut through an object that shows what the inside looks like.

Front

What is the composition of the Earth's outer layer?

Back

The Earth's outer layer is primarily composed of solid rock.

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What is the significance of studying tectonic plate movements?

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Studying tectonic plate movements helps us understand earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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What is the difference between continental and oceanic crust?

Back

Continental crust is thicker and made of lighter rocks, while oceanic crust is thinner and made of denser rocks.

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What geological feature is formed when one tectonic plate sinks beneath another?

Back

A subduction zone is formed when one tectonic plate sinks beneath another.

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What is the role of GPS in studying plate tectonics?

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GPS is used to track the movement of tectonic plates over time.