Name the Plates Flashcard
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Science
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a tectonic plate?
Back
A tectonic plate is a massive, irregularly shaped slab of solid rock that makes up the Earth's lithosphere, which is the outermost layer of the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Name the plate that is located between Europe and Asia.
Back
Eurasian Plate.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which tectonic plate is known for its significant geological activity and is located off the west coast of South America?
Back
South American Plate.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the largest tectonic plate?
Back
The Pacific Plate.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the tectonic plate that is located off the coast of Oregon and Washington.
Back
Juan de Fuca Plate.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What plate is located between the Caribbean Sea and the North American continent?
Back
Caribbean Plate.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which tectonic plate is known for the formation of the Himalayas?
Back
Indian Plate.
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NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
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