Convergent ET

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What are the edges of tectonic plates called?

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Boundaries.

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Why are the Andes Mountains volcanic?

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They are located at an ocean to continent convergent boundary where subduction occurs.

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What is the process called when one tectonic plate forces its way under another?

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Subduction.

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What geological feature is created at an oceanic-continental convergent boundary?

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Volcanic mountains.

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A tectonic plate boundary where two plates move towards each other.

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What happens at a subduction zone?

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One tectonic plate is forced under another, often leading to volcanic activity.

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What type of boundary forms the Himalayas?

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A continent to continent convergent boundary.

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What is the result of oceanic-oceanic convergence?

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It can create volcanic islands.

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What is the main difference between oceanic and continental plates?

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Oceanic plates are denser and thinner than continental plates.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

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A region in the Pacific Ocean where many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur due to tectonic plate boundaries.