The diagram shows how the ocean floor is spreading. The new ocean floor, made of molten rock is being fomed at the mid-ocean ridge. Which best describes where the molten rock comes from?
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When two continental plates move toward each other, what is the type of boundary and which crustal feature is formed?
Question 3
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Which of the following statements best describes the formation of the tallest mountains in the world?
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Describe the modeled types of tectonic plate boundaries below.
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Question 10
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These images support the Theory of-
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Many scientists believe that convection currents in the asthenosphere between South America and Africa caused the separation of the two continents and the formation of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Which diagram best represents the convection currents in the plate tectonic Theory?
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Based on the map, volcanic activity would most likely be found at- (think about the ring of fire)
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The most recently (new) formed crust on Earth would be found where-
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Which of the following explains why tectonic plates move?
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The diagram shows a subduction zone. What type of plate boundary is shown in the image, and what type of landform is likely to occur here?
