Plate Tectonics Flashcards
1
Q
Earth surface is composed of ________ ________ that are constantly moving.
A
tectonic plates
2
Q
It describes the scale of motion of the Earth’s lithosphere.
A
Plate Tectonics
3
Q
Giant jigsaw-like-pieces of the Earth’s crust.
A
Tectonic Plates
4
Q
Tectonic Plate experience type of forces. What are those forces?
A
Tension, Compression, Subduction, Sliding
5
Q
_________ & __________ when an oceanic plate runs into a continental plate and slides beneath it.
A
Subduction & Sliding
6
Q
Occurs when the plates are pulled apart causing either an elogation or breakage in the crust. Volcanic arc, mid-ocean ridges are formed.
A
Tension
