Tectonic Plate Diagram

A mid-ocean RIDGE is located at the boundary of two tectonic plates. Which diagram correctly models the relative plate motion on each side of a mid ocean ridge?

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The diagram shows a model of the movement of two tectonic plates. When the plates collide, on plate often moves below the other plate. The rising magma that can result from this type of plate movement may produce-

• fossil layers

• volcanic islands

• deep-sea sediment

• seafloor spreading

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What type of plate boundary is this?

• Plate

• Divergent

• Convergent

• Transform

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The map shows some of Earth’s plate tectonic boundaries. Based on the map, volcanic activity would most likely be found at —  

• Location W

• Location X

• Location Y

• Location Z

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What are the puzzle pieces of the Earth's surface called?

• Tectonic plates

• Puzzles

• Earthquakes

Answer explanation

The Earth's surface is divided into large sections known as tectonic plates. These plates float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere and are responsible for geological activities such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

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This is when two plates converge but one slides under the other due to density.

• Uplift

• Subduction

• Trench

• None of the above

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Subduction' because it describes the process where one tectonic plate slides under another due to differences in density, leading to geological features like trenches and volcanic activity.

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Where is the Australian Plate located?

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Where is the Eurasian Plate located?

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Where is the Antarctic Plate located?

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Where are the Pacific Plates located?

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