Tectonic Plate Boundaries Quiz

Tectonic Plate Boundaries

• Earth's tectonic plates move at a rate of a few centimeters per year.
• The movement of plates forms boundaries which can be categorized into three types: divergent, convergent, and transform fault.
• Divergent boundaries occur where two plates move apart.
• Convergent boundaries occur where two plates collide.
• Transform fault boundaries occur where two plates slide past each other.
• The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is the longest mountain range in the world, formed by a divergent boundary.
• The Mid-ocean ridge system connects all the world's oceans.

Activity 1: Model of Plate Boundaries

• Materials for the activity include: wax paper, tape, plastic knife or spoon, all-purpose cream, two squares of ham, and graham crackers.

Activity 4: Find The Boundary On The Map!

• The direction of the arrows on the map indicates the movement of the plates.
• Identify the plates that lie on the divergent, convergent, and transform boundaries.

Bookwork Exercise 1.2

• Complete the exercise on page 25.

Test your knowledge on tectonic plate boundaries through a variety of activities. From identifying the types of boundaries to modeling them, this quiz provides a comprehensive understanding of how Earth's plates interact. Prepare to explore the divergent, convergent, and transform fault boundaries and their real-world implications.