Mi-STAR 7.2a VolcaNOW

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What is the stability of places near plate boundaries?

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Places near plate boundaries are not stable; they are prone to earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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Is the area in the middle of a continental plate stable or changing?

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The area in the middle of a continental plate is stable.

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Does volcanic activity only occur near divergent boundaries?

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No, volcanic activity can occur at convergent boundaries and hotspots as well.

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What type of rock is primarily formed at mid-ocean ridges?

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Basalt is the primary rock formed at mid-ocean ridges.

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In the hotspot demonstration, what does the paper represent?

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The paper represents a continental plate.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact at their boundaries.

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What is a divergent boundary?

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

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A convergent boundary is where two tectonic plates collide, leading to subduction or mountain formation.

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What is a hotspot?

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A hotspot is a location where magma from deep within the mantle rises to the surface, creating volcanic activity.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

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The Ring of Fire is a major area in the Pacific Ocean where many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur due to tectonic plate movements.