Unit 5 Topic 2 Flashcard

Unit 5 Topic 2 Flashcard

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7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a convergent boundary?

Back

A boundary where tectonic plates move toward one another, often causing mountains to form when both plates are continental, or subduction when one is oceanic.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What geological feature is formed at a convergent boundary?

Back

Mountains, earthquakes, and volcanoes.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a divergent boundary?

Back

A boundary where tectonic plates move away from each other, commonly forming mid-ocean ridges.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What geological feature is commonly formed at a divergent boundary?

Back

Mid-Ocean Ridge.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a transform boundary?

Back

A boundary where tectonic plates slide past each other, often causing earthquakes.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens at a subduction zone?

Back

One tectonic plate is forced under another, leading to volcanic activity and earthquakes.

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