Lesson 5 - Continental-Continental Convergence Flashcards
1
Q
What occurs when 2 continental plates converge?
A
Edges + sediments between them forced up into fold mountains
2
Q
Why is subduction either minimal or not observed at all?
A
Lower plate density
Less difference in density
3
Q
Which tectonic hazards does this type of convergence induce + why/why not?
A
No volcanic activity due to little subduction
Plate movement occasionally triggers shallow focus earthquakes
4
Q
Give an example of one of these margins
A
Indo-Australian plate forced into Eurasian plate
5
Q
What is the relative motion of these 2 plates?
A
Roughly 5.8cm per year
