Plates Separating and Sliding

The video explores tectonic plate movements, focusing on Iceland's Mid-Atlantic Ridge, a divergent boundary where the North American and Eurasian plates separate, leading to volcanic activity. It also covers the San Andreas Fault in California, a transform fault where the Pacific and North American plates slide past each other, causing frequent and sometimes devastating earthquakes.

What geological features are formed due to the divergent boundary in Iceland?

• Mountains and valleys

• Lakes and rivers

• Volcanoes, geysers, and hot springs

• Deserts and canyons

Which plates are involved in the transform fault at the San Andreas Fault?

• North American Plate and Eurasian Plate

• Pacific Plate and North American Plate

• South American Plate and African Plate

• Indian Plate and Australian Plate

What is a transform fault?

• A place where two plates collide

• A place where two plates move away from each other

• A place where two plates slide past each other

• A place where one plate moves over another

What natural disaster is commonly associated with the San Andreas Fault?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Floods

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

What has been a significant consequence of earthquakes along the San Andreas Fault?

• Creation of large lakes

• Formation of new islands

• Severe damage to buildings and loss of life

• Development of new mountain ranges