Earth's Layers and Plate Tectonics

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

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Crust

Front

What is the layer of the Earth beneath the crust?

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Mantle

Front

What is the innermost layer of the Earth?

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Core

Front

What is the process called when tectonic plates move apart?

Back

Divergence

Front

What is the process called when tectonic plates slide past each other?

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Transform faulting

Front

What is the term for the rigid outer layer of the Earth?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

What is the term for the semi-fluid layer of the mantle on which tectonic plates float?

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Asthenosphere

Front

What geological feature is formed at a convergent boundary where one plate is forced under another?

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Subduction Zone

Front

What is the name of the underwater mountain range formed at divergent boundaries?

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Mid-Ocean Ridge

Front

What type of boundary is characterized by plates moving towards each other?

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Convergent boundary