Gr 6 Plate Tectonics Flashcardizz HW

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What is volcanic rock?

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Volcanic rock is formed from the solidification of lava or magma. An example of volcanic rock is granite.

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What year does the seismic explorer tool start recording earthquakes?

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The seismic explorer tool starts recording earthquakes from the year 1980.

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What type of plate boundary is a divergent boundary?

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A divergent boundary is where two tectonic plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust.

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What is the difference between correlation and causation?

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Correlation indicates a relationship between two variables, while causation indicates that one variable directly affects another.

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What is bedrock?

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Bedrock is the solid rock layer found beneath the soil and loose material on Earth's surface.

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What are the three main types of plate boundaries?

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The three main types of plate boundaries are divergent, convergent, and transform boundaries.

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What happens at a convergent plate boundary?

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At a convergent plate boundary, two tectonic plates collide, which can lead to the formation of mountains or volcanic activity.

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What is a transform plate boundary?

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

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What is the significance of the Earth's crust?

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The Earth's crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, providing a surface for landforms and supporting life.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface, which can erupt as lava during a volcanic eruption.