Plate Boundaries

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What is a divergent boundary?

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A divergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust, such as mid-ocean ridges or rift valleys.

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What geologic feature is commonly found at a divergent boundary?

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Rift Valley.

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A convergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move towards each other, often leading to one plate being forced below another, creating mountains or subduction zones.

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What geologic feature is commonly found at a convergent boundary?

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Mountain ranges.

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What is a transform boundary?

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A transform boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates slide past each other horizontally, causing earthquakes.

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What is the main characteristic of a transform boundary?

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Plates move horizontally past each other.

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What happens at a divergent boundary?

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Plates move away from each other, leading to the formation of new crust.

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What is subduction?

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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle.

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What type of boundary is associated with subduction?

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Convergent boundary.

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What is the Mid-Ocean Ridge?

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The Mid-Ocean Ridge is a continuous mountain range that runs along the ocean floor, formed by divergent tectonic plates.