lithosphere

lithosphere

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9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the lithosphere?

Back

The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and the upper mantle, which is involved in tectonic activity.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are tectonic plates?

Back

Tectonic plates are large sections of the lithosphere that move and interact with one another, causing geological phenomena such as earthquakes and volcanic activity.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a hot spot?

Back

A hot spot is a location on the Earth's surface that has experienced active volcanism for a long period, often resulting in the formation of islands, like the Hawaiian Islands.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a convergent plate boundary?

Back

A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move towards each other, often resulting in one plate being forced below another, leading to subduction.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is subduction?

Back

Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle, often causing earthquakes and volcanic activity.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a divergent plate boundary?

Back

A divergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move apart from each other, leading to the formation of new crust, such as at mid-ocean ridges.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a transform plate boundary?

Back

A transform plate boundary is where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, causing friction and often resulting in earthquakes.

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