Questions and Answers
What type of boundary is formed when two tectonic plates slide past each other?
Subduction zones are formed at transform fault boundaries.
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Name an example of a transform fault.
San Andreas Fault
At the transform fault boundary, the relative motion of the plates is ________ each other.
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What type of boundary do plates move apart at?
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Match the types of plate boundaries with their descriptions:
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Plates slide past each other at subduction zones.
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Name the three types of plate boundaries.
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The theory of plate tectonics explains that the Earth's surface is broken into large and small lithospheric plates that are __________ constantly.
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Match the following plate boundaries with their characteristics:
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Study Notes
Understanding Plate Tectonics
- Plate tectonics theory illustrates that Earth's surface consists of large and small moving lithospheric plates.
- Plates shift over time, leading to geologic events like earthquakes, volcanism, and mountain formation.
Types of Plate Boundaries
- Divergent Boundaries: Plates move apart, often forming new crust.
- Convergent Boundaries: Plates push against each other, which can lead to subduction and mountain building.
- Transform Fault Boundaries: Plates slide past one another, causing stress and potentially leading to earthquakes (e.g., San Andreas Fault).
Learning Expectations
- Understand and describe different types of plate boundaries.
- Differentiate between types of convergent boundaries.
- Identify geographical locations where various boundaries occur.
Assessment Components
- Pre-tests: Assess prior knowledge before starting new modules.
- Post-tests: Evaluate understanding after completing the module.
- Activity answer keys are provided to ensure honest self-assessment.
Important Guidelines
- Complete exercises on a separate sheet to maintain the integrity of the module.
- Read instructions carefully to ensure understanding of tasks.
- Seek help from teachers if any questions or difficulties arise.
Enrichment Activities
- Activities focus on mastering concepts related to plate boundaries, such as creating tables to classify different boundary types and illustrating movements.
- Specific guidelines for assessing the quality and completeness of models (illustrations) created by learners.
Terminology and Concepts
- Convection Currents: Forces that drive the movement of lithospheric plates.
- Subduction Zone: Formed when an oceanic plate sinks beneath a continental plate.
- Mid-Ocean Ridge: Undersea mountain range formed by divergent plate boundaries.
Final Preparation
- Review all lessons, activities, and supporting materials thoroughly before taking the final assessment to ensure a solid understanding of the topics covered.
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This quiz provides an opportunity to assess your prior knowledge of each module in the SLM. By completing both the pre-test and post-test, you can identify areas where you may need further assistance from your facilitator or teacher. Use the answer keys for self-checking your learning progress.
