5 Questions
Which two types of material make up tectonic plates?
Oceanic crust and continental crust
What are the two types of crust that make up tectonic plates called?
Sima and sial
How thick are tectonic plates?
Around 100 km (62 mi)
What are the three categories into which tectonic plates are sometimes subdivided?
Major, minor, and microplates
Which plates comprise the bulk of the continents and the Pacific Ocean?
Major plates
Test your knowledge of Earth's tectonic plates with this quiz! Learn about the composition and types of tectonic plates that make up our planet's surface.
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