23/24 final review semester 1

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Which type of plate boundary has 2 plates moving away from each other?

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Divergent boundary: A type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates move away from each other, leading to the formation of new crust.

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The seafloor spreads along underwater mountain ranges called _______________.

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Mid-ocean ridges: Underwater mountain ranges formed by the upwelling of magma at divergent plate boundaries.

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What is the term for the loose material on the Earth's surface that can be composed of various particles?

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Soil: A mixture of organic matter, minerals, gases, liquids, and organisms that supports plant life.

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Which type of sediment is typically found in riverbeds and is finer than gravel?

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Sand: A granular material composed of finely divided rock and mineral particles.

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What geological feature is formed by the subduction of one tectonic plate beneath another?

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Volcanic arc: A chain of volcanoes formed above a subducting plate, often found at convergent boundaries.

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Which planet is known for its strong winds and storms, often referred to as the 'windy planet'?

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Neptune: The eighth planet from the Sun, known for its dynamic atmosphere and high-speed winds.

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What is the process called when tectonic plates collide and one plate is forced beneath another?

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Subduction: A geological process where one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle.

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What type of boundary occurs when two tectonic plates slide past each other?

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Transform boundary: A type of plate boundary where two plates slide horizontally past one another.

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What is the term for the underwater feature that forms at divergent boundaries?

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Mid-ocean ridge: An underwater mountain range formed by the upwelling of magma at divergent plate boundaries.

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What is the primary cause of earthquakes?

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Tectonic plate movement: Earthquakes are primarily caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust due to the movement of tectonic plates.