Types of Plate Boundaries

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• Mabini

• Jaena

• Rizal

• Lapu Lapu

• Agoncillo

What are the three main types of plate boundaries?

• Convergent, Divergent, Transform

• Convergent, Divergent, Subduction

• Transform, Subduction, Collision

• Divergent, Transform, Subduction

Which type of plate boundary is associated with the formation of mountain ranges?

• Convergent

• Divergent

• Transform

• Subduction

What natural events are common at divergent boundaries?

• Earthquakes and volcanic activity

• Mountain formation and deep ocean trenches

• Strong and sudden earthquakes

• Volcanoes and mountains

Which plate boundary is exemplified by the San Andreas Fault?

• Transform

• Convergent

• Divergent

• Subduction

What is a characteristic feature of transform boundaries?

• Strong and sudden earthquakes

• Formation of volcanic arcs

• Creation of mid-ocean ridges

• Formation of mountain ranges

Where do the Indian Plate and Eurasian Plate meet to form a famous mountain range?

• Himalayas

• Andes

• Rockies

• Alps

What happens at convergent boundaries?

• Two plates move toward each other and collide

• Two plates move away from each other

• Two plates slide past each other horizontally

• New crust is created as magma rises

Which type of plate boundary do you think poses the greatest risk to people living nearby?

• Passive plate boundaries
• Transform plate boundaries
• Divergent plate boundaries
• Convergent plate boundaries