Plate Motions Review
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Science
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a convergent plate boundary?
Back
A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move toward each other, often causing one plate to be forced below the other, leading to earthquakes and volcanic activity.
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NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens at a divergent plate boundary?
Back
At a divergent plate boundary, two tectonic plates move away from each other, allowing magma to rise and create new crust, often forming mid-ocean ridges.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a transform plate boundary?
Back
A transform plate boundary is where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, which can cause earthquakes.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the mid-ocean ridge?
Back
The mid-ocean ridge is an underwater mountain range formed by the upwelling of magma at divergent plate boundaries.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do tectonic plates move?
Back
Tectonic plates move due to convection currents in the Earth's mantle, which cause them to drift slowly over time.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
NGSS.HS-ESS2-3
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is subduction?
Back
Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate is forced under another plate, often leading to volcanic activity and the formation of mountain ranges.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What evidence supports the theory of plate tectonics?
Back
Evidence includes the fit of continental coastlines, fossil distribution, and the presence of similar rock formations on different continents.
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NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
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