Unit 2 Test Review

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What was Pangea?

Back

A supercontinent that existed 300 million years ago.

Front

What causes the movement of tectonic plates? Options: The gravitational pull of the moon, Uneven heating of the Earth's crust, Ocean currents, Wind patterns

Back

Uneven heating of the Earth's crust

Front

Where are most volcanoes located?

Back

Along the edges of tectonic plates

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What is the Ring of Fire?

Back

A region with frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions

Front

What is the difference between convergent and divergent boundaries?

Back

Convergent boundaries move together, divergent boundaries move apart.

Front

Why is Japan a frequent example when discussing earthquakes and volcanic eruptions?

Back

It is part of the Ring of Fire and sits on top of several tectonic plates.

Front

Which tectonic plate is subducting under the Eurasian Plate near Japan?

Back

Pacific Plate

Front

What is a supercontinent?

Back

A large landmass composed of multiple continents

Front

What happens at a convergent boundary?

Back

Tectonic plates move together.

Front

What is the primary cause of volcanic eruptions?

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Movement of tectonic plates