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Which of the following statements best defines endogenic processes?
Which of the following statements best defines endogenic processes?
- They involve only volcanic activity.
- They occur only at the Earth's surface.
- They are formed or occur beneath the surface of the Earth. (correct)
- They are characterized by movements in the atmosphere.
What type of tectonic movement involves two plates colliding?
What type of tectonic movement involves two plates colliding?
- Convergent movement (correct)
- Transform movement
- Divergent movement
- Rotational movement
Which of the following accurately describes metamorphism?
Which of the following accurately describes metamorphism?
- The formation of sedimentary layers from volcanic ash.
- The process of erosion of rocks.
- The interaction of different types of rocks without chemical change.
- The transformation of existing rock to new rock with a different mineral composition or texture. (correct)
What happens at a divergent plate boundary?
What happens at a divergent plate boundary?
Which of the following processes can result from tectonic activities?
Which of the following processes can result from tectonic activities?
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Endogenic Processes
Endogenic Processes
Processes that happen beneath Earth's surface.
Plate Boundaries
Plate Boundaries
Places where tectonic plates meet.
Divergent Plate Boundary
Divergent Plate Boundary
Plates moving apart.
Convergent Plate Boundary
Convergent Plate Boundary
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Metamorphism
Metamorphism
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Study Notes
Endogenic Processes
- Processes occurring beneath the Earth's surface
- Folding and faulting are two types of Endogenic movements
Plate Boundaries
- Divergent - Two plates separating or moving apart
- Convergent - Two plates colliding
- Transform - Two plates sliding past each other
Metamorphism
- Transformation of existing rock to rock with different mineral compositions or textures
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