Plate Tectonics and Volcanoes Test

Front

The scar called the Mid-Ocean Ridge in the Atlantic Ocean is due to what type of plate boundary?

Back

Divergent boundary

Front

Why are the eruptions of composite volcanoes usually more destructive than the eruptions of shield volcanoes?

Back

The lava they eject is more viscous and pressure builds up before eruption

Front

Which statement about dormant volcanoes must be true?

Back

They have not erupted in a long time

Front

According to the Theory of Plate Tectonics, which statement is correct?

Back

Earth's outer layer is divided into pieces called plates

Front

The Himalayan Mountains in Asia are growing every year due to what type of plate boundary?

Back

convergent boundary (continental and continental plate)

Front

What type of boundary is being depicted that caused the earthquake in İzmit, Turkey?

Back

Transform boundary

Front

What is it called when one tectonic plate sinks under another?

Back

Subduction

Front

Where are earthquakes most likely to occur based on the map in Figure 1: Earthquake Risk? (given to you)

Back

On the West Coast

Front

Looking at the picture below- which statement is TRUE?

Back

The Hawaii island is the youngest

Front

Label the type of volcano: shield, composite, cinder.

Back

shield