Types of Plate Boundaries

Types of Tectonic Plate Boundaries

3 types of plate boundaries

exist as a result of tectonic plate movement

The type of boundary is determined by what is happening when the two tectonic plates meet each other.

Convergent Boundaries

A convergent boundary occurs when two tectonic plates collide, or come together.

This type of boundary can form mountains and trenches.

Divergent Boundaries

A divergent boundary occurs when two tectonic plates diverge, or move away from each other.

This type of boundary can form oceanic ridges and volcanoes.

Transform Boundaries

A transform boundary occurs when two tectonic plates move past each other.

This type of boundary can form fault lines and can cause earthquakes.

Multiple Choice

What type of boundary is this?

• Divergent

• Convergent

• Transform

Multiple Choice

What kind of boundary is this?

• Transform

• Divergent

• Convergent

Multiple Choice

What kind of boundary is this?

• Convergent

• Divergent

• Transform