Science Quiz Flashcards
1
Q
What is the “Theory of Plate Tectonics”
A
It is the outer ridge layer of earth that we live on, and it is divided into 12 plates that move around the earths surface.
2
Q
What are the three types of plate boundarys
A
Convergent, divergent and transform
3
Q
What drives the plates tectonic movement
A
Convection within the mantle.
4
Q
What is subduction and what is the plate boundary that occurs.
A
It is when two plates collide and one goes under another which is a convergent boundary.
5
Q
What are the two types of tectonic plates.
A
Oceanic and continental plates
6
Q
Name the four main earth layers in order
A
Crust, mantle, outer core, inner core
