Mastering Destructive Plate Boundaries

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Peripheral fold mountain, inter-cratonic, and ocean trenches.


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Himalayas


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Mid-oceanic ridge and Rift valley.

What type of boundary is formed when two pieces of ocean floor collide?

Ocean trench

Which type of boundary is responsible for the formation of the Himalayas?

Inter-cratonic

What is the result of a mid-oceanic ridge boundary?

Volcanic islands

Which type of boundary is responsible for the formation of the Rockies and Andes mountain ranges?

None of the above

What is the main cause of earthquakes at mid-oceanic ridges?

Two oceanic plates move in opposite directions

Which of the following is true about ocean floor spreading?

The ocean floor nearer to coastlines is younger

Test your knowledge on Destructive Plate Boundaries at Subduction Zones! Learn about the three types of boundaries - peripheral fold mountain, inter-cratonic, and ocean trenches - and the geological features they create. Challenge yourself to identify examples such as the Rockies and Andes, and discover how these boundaries shape our planet. Take this quiz now and become an expert in plate tectonics!

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