Plate Tectonics Quiz

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Which of the following best describes plate tectonics?

  • The formation of mountains
  • The process of erosion on the Earth's surface
  • The study of ancient pottery
  • The movement of the Earth's lithosphere (correct)

What is the main cause of plate tectonics?

  • Tidal forces from the Moon
  • Meteorite impacts
  • Volcanic eruptions
  • Convection currents in the Earth's mantle (correct)

What is the historical significance of plate tectonics?

  • It was a theory proposed in the 19th century
  • It has no historical significance
  • It was discovered in the 20th century
  • It revolutionized our understanding of Earth's geology (correct)

Which of the following best describes plate tectonics?

<p>The study of the movement and interaction of Earth's lithospheric plates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes plate tectonics?

<p>Heat and convection currents in the Earth's mantle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the major geological features associated with plate tectonics?

<p>Mountains, volcanoes, and earthquakes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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