What is a convergent plate boundary?
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A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move towards each other, often causing one plate to be forced below the other, leading to subduction, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.
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What is a tsunami?
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A tsunami is a series of large ocean waves caused by disturbances such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides, often resulting in significant coastal flooding and destruction.
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What is the significance of Diagram A in understanding tectonic plate boundaries?
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Diagram A likely illustrates the magnetic pattern and relative age of igneous bedrock, helping to identify the history of tectonic activity and plate movements.
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What causes the movement of tectonic plates?
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The movement of tectonic plates is primarily caused by convection currents in the mantle, which are driven by heat from the Earth's core.
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What happens at a subduction zone?
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At a subduction zone, one tectonic plate slides under another, leading to geological activity such as earthquakes and the formation of volcanic arcs.
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What is the difference between transform, convergent, and divergent boundaries?
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Transform boundaries involve plates sliding past each other, convergent boundaries involve plates moving towards each other, and divergent boundaries involve plates moving apart.
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What geological features are commonly associated with convergent boundaries?
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Common geological features at convergent boundaries include mountain ranges, deep ocean trenches, and volcanic arcs.
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