Plate Tectonics

What is subduction?

• The process where one tectonic plate moves under another and is forced into the mantle.

• The process where tectonic plates slide past each other without interaction.

• The process of tectonic plates moving away from each other.

• The process where tectonic plates collide and create mountains.

What role do tectonic plates play in the formation of earthquakes?

• They create new landforms through volcanic activity.

• They cause stress to build up, leading to earthquakes when released.

• They have no impact on seismic activity.

• They help in predicting weather patterns.

What is the name of the single supercontinent proposed by Alfred Wegener?

• Pangea

• Gondwana

• Laurasia

• Atlantis

What is the difference between the lithosphere and the asthenosphere?

• The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, while the asthenosphere is the semi-fluid layer beneath it.

• The lithosphere is a liquid layer, while the asthenosphere is solid and rigid.

• The lithosphere is the inner core of the Earth, while the asthenosphere is the outer core.

• The lithosphere is a gaseous layer, while the asthenosphere is a solid layer.

What type of boundary occurs when two tectonic plates collide?

• Divergent boundary

• Transform boundary

• Convergent boundary

• Lateral boundary

What is the significance of the Ring of Fire?

• It is an area in the Pacific Ocean basin known for its high levels of seismic activity and volcanoes.

• It is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful beaches.

• It is a region known for its rich biodiversity and wildlife.

• It is a historical site where ancient civilizations thrived.

What geological feature is commonly formed at convergent boundaries?

• Volcanoes

• Mountains or deep ocean trenches

• Plateaus

• Rift valleys

List the correct order of Earth's layers starting from the surface.

• Crust, outer core, mantle, inner core

• Crust, mantle, outer core, inner core

• Mantle, crust, inner core, outer core

• Inner core, outer core, mantle, crust

What is a divergent boundary?

• A boundary where two tectonic plates move away from each other.

• A boundary where two tectonic plates collide.

• A boundary where tectonic plates slide past each other.

• A boundary that forms when tectonic plates are stationary.

Define an earthquake.

• An earthquake is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust causing seismic waves.

• An earthquake is when tectonic plates slide against each other causing the earth to move.

• An earthquake is a volcanic eruption that causes the ground to shake.

• An earthquake is a weather phenomenon that results in strong winds and rain.