Plate Boundaries Flashcards
What type of boundary occurs when two tectonic plates move apart?
Divergent boundary
True or False: Convergent boundaries are associated with the formation of mountains.
True
Fill in the blank: At divergent boundaries, magma rises from the mantle to create new ______.
crust
What geological features are commonly formed at convergent boundaries?
Mountains, deep ocean trenches, and volcanic arcs
What is the primary cause of earthquakes at convergent boundaries?
The collision and subduction of tectonic plates
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a feature of divergent boundaries? A) Mid-ocean ridges B) Earthquakes C) Volcanic islands D) Ocean trenches
D) Ocean trenches
What type of volcano is typically formed at convergent boundaries?
Stratovolcanoes
True or False: Divergent boundaries usually produce explosive volcanic eruptions.
False
What occurs at transform boundaries?
Two tectonic plates slide past each other.
Fill in the blank: The process of one tectonic plate sliding beneath another is called ______.
subduction
Short Answer: Name a famous divergent boundary.
Mid-Atlantic Ridge
What type of boundary is associated with the creation of new oceanic crust?
Divergent boundary
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a consequence of convergent boundaries? A) Formation of rift valleys B) Creation of new oceanic crust C) Earthquakes and volcanic activity D) None of the above
C) Earthquakes and volcanic activity
True or False: Divergent boundaries are found primarily on land.
False
What is the Ring of Fire?
A region around the Pacific Ocean known for its high levels of seismic activity and volcanoes.
