Volcanoes and Earth's Surface Test

Volcanoes and Earth's Surface Test

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6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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 below the other, leading to geological features like mountains and earthquakes.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a divergent boundary?

Back

A divergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust, such as mid-ocean ridges.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where is the greatest risk of earthquakes found on the world map?

Back

The greatest risk of earthquakes is found in regions like Indonesia, which is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is hydraulic fracturing (fracking)?

Back

Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, is a method used to extract oil and gas from underground by injecting high-pressure fluid to fracture rock formations.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is fracking considered safe?

Back

Fracking is considered safe by some experts, but it has raised environmental concerns regarding water contamination and seismic activity.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What natural disasters are associated with plate tectonics?

Back

Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are natural disasters commonly associated with plate tectonics.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can any place in the world be entirely safe from earthquakes or tsunamis?

Back

No, there is no place in the world that is entirely safe from earthquakes or tsunamis.

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