Plate Tectonics & Boundaries

Plate Tectonics & Boundaries

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6th Grade

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1.

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What is Plate Tectonics?

Back

The theory that explains the movement of the Earth's lithosphere, which is divided into tectonic plates.

2.

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What are the three main types of plate boundaries?

Back

Convergent, Divergent, and Transform boundaries.

3.

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Front

What happens at a convergent plate boundary?

Back

Two plates collide, which can lead to the formation of mountains, earthquakes, and volcanoes.

4.

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Front

What is subduction?

Back

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

5.

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Front

What is a divergent plate boundary?

Back

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

6.

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Front

What is a transform plate boundary?

Back

A boundary where two plates slide past each other horizontally, causing earthquakes.

7.

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Front

How do convection currents affect plate movement?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle cause the plates to move by transferring heat and material.

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