Plate Boundaries
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a divergent boundary?
Back
A divergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust, such as at mid-ocean ridges.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What geologic feature is commonly found at a divergent boundary between oceanic crust?
Back
Mid-Ocean Ridge.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What geologic feature is commonly found at a divergent boundary between continental crust?
Back
Rift Valley.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a convergent boundary?
Back
A convergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move towards each other, often leading to one plate being forced below another, creating subduction zones.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a subduction zone?
Back
A subduction zone is an area where one tectonic plate sinks below another, typically occurring at convergent boundaries.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What geologic feature is commonly found at a convergent boundary?
Back
Mountains or volcanic arcs.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a transform boundary?
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A transform boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates slide past each other horizontally, often causing earthquakes.
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