Plate Tectonics
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4th Grade
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1.
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What is subduction?
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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another, often leading to the formation of mountains or ocean trenches.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do Earth's tectonic plates move?
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Earth's tectonic plates are constantly moving and changing the face of the Earth.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a divergent boundary?
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A divergent boundary is the boundary where two tectonic plates are moving away from each other, forming new crust.
4.
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What can tectonic plates do?
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Tectonic plates can move towards each other, move away from each other, or slide past each other.
5.
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What was the name of the supercontinent?
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The name given to all the continents when they were joined as one supercontinent is Pangea.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a convergent boundary?
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A convergent boundary is where two tectonic plates collide, often causing one plate to be forced below the other.
7.
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What is a transform boundary?
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A transform boundary is where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally.
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