Summative Test

Front

What causes the Earth's crust to move?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle are forcing the crust to move.

Front

Which ancient philosophers support the geocentric theory? (Hint: G.A.P.)

Back

Aristotle & Ptolemy.

Front

What is the boundary between two plates moving together called?

Back

Convergent boundary.

Front

What do the crust and the upper mantle make up?

Back

Lithosphere.

Front

Where do most earthquakes happen?

Back

All of the above: Without warning, In areas where earthquakes have occurred in the past, Along plate boundaries.

Front

What is the process called when heat is transferred through a fluid?

Back

Convection.

Front

What is the term for the rigid outer layer of the Earth?

Back

Lithosphere.

Front

What is the layer of the Earth located beneath the lithosphere?

Back

Asthenosphere.

Front

What type of boundary occurs when two tectonic plates slide past each other?

Back

Transform boundary.

Front

What is the primary cause of plate tectonics?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle.