What is plate tectonics?
Amplify Plate Motion Assessment

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The theory that explains the movement of the Earth's lithosphere, which is divided into tectonic plates that float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere.
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What happens at a convergent boundary?
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At a convergent boundary, two tectonic plates move toward each other, which can cause one plate to be forced beneath the other, leading to subduction.
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What is subduction?
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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another plate and sinks into the mantle.
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What is a divergent boundary?
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A divergent boundary is where two tectonic plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust.
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What is the role of GPS in studying plate motion?
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GPS is used to measure the precise movements of tectonic plates over time, helping scientists understand plate tectonics.
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What is the significance of fossil distribution in understanding plate tectonics?
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Fossils found on different continents can indicate that those continents were once connected, supporting the theory of plate tectonics.
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What is an earthquake?
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An earthquake is the shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere.
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