4 Questions
Which type of plate boundary is characterized by tectonic plates moving away from each other and creating new oceanic crust?
Divergent boundary
What type of plate boundary is associated with the formation of mountain ranges and volcanic arcs?
Convergent boundary
What is the term for the regions on Earth where the edges of tectonic plates interact with each other?
Plate boundaries
Which type of plate boundary is characterized by tectonic plates sliding past each other horizontally?
Transform fault boundary
Study Notes
Plate Boundaries
- Divergent plate boundary: characterized by tectonic plates moving away from each other, creating new oceanic crust
- Convergent plate boundary: associated with the formation of mountain ranges and volcanic arcs
- Plate boundary: term for the regions on Earth where the edges of tectonic plates interact with each other
- Transform plate boundary: characterized by tectonic plates sliding past each other horizontally
Test your knowledge on plate boundaries and their types with this quiz! Learn about divergent boundaries where plates move apart, convergent boundaries where plates collide, and more. Explore the fascinating world of tectonic plate interactions.
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