Plate Tectonics Review

Front

What is a transform boundary?

Back

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

Front

What geologic feature is commonly associated with transform boundaries?

Back

Earthquakes are commonly associated with transform boundaries.

Front

What is a divergent boundary?

Back

A divergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, often creating new crust.

Front

What landform can occur at a divergent plate boundary?

Back

A mid-ocean ridge can occur at a divergent plate boundary.

Front

What is a convergent boundary?

Back

A convergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move toward each other, often causing one plate to be forced beneath another.

Front

What is subduction?

Back

Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle.

Front

What is the primary force that drives the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle drive the movement of tectonic plates.

Front

What is a mid-ocean ridge?

Back

A mid-ocean ridge is an underwater mountain range formed by plate tectonics at a divergent boundary.

Front

What happens at a convergent boundary?

Back

At a convergent boundary, tectonic plates collide, which can lead to the formation of mountains, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.

Front

What is the difference between a transform boundary and a divergent boundary?

Back

A transform boundary involves plates sliding past each other, while a divergent boundary involves plates moving away from each other.