fold mountains and ocean trenches Flashcards
1
Q
how far under the sea are ocean trenches
A
7,200 m
2
Q
where are ocean trenches found
A
they are along the coast alongside fold mountains. they are fairly linear and unevenly distributed. they are found at destructive plate boundaries.
3
Q
how are fold mountains formed
A
they are formed at destructive and collision plate boundaries.
4
Q
similarities between them
A
they both have a subduction zone
5
Q
differences?
A
ocean trenches form volcanoes whereas fold mountains already have them in their range
6
Q
Examples of fold mountains/ocean trenches
A
The alps
