Geologic Features and Events Flashcard

Front

Geologic features formed by oceanic-oceanic plates convergence (Trench, Subduction zone, Volcanic island arc). Which is not formed?

Back

Tsunami

Front

What causes the formation of Philippine archipelago?

Back

Convergence of Philippine Plate and Eurasian Plate

Front

What geologic event might occur when two oceanic plates collide resulting in the displacement of a large amount of water?

Back

Tsunami

Front

Subduction is possible in the oceanic-oceanic plates convergence.

Back

True

Front

How are volcanic island arcs formed?

Back

When oceanic plates collide, subduction occurs, where one plate slides beneath the other