tectonic hazards Flashcards

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what type of volcanoes do constructive(divergent) plate margins create

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shield (short)

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constructive (divergent) plate margins

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as the plates move apart there is space for the magma to rise
this cools and turns to rock
this then builds up in layers

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what type of volcanos do destructive (convergent) plate margins create

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composite (tall)

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Destructive (convergent) plate margins

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move together
the heavier oceanic crust subducts under the less dense continental crust
this creates friction and melting
this creates space for the magma to rise

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collision zone

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tectonic plates move towards eachother
both crusts are continental therefore collide
as nor are heavier they are forced up
this created mountains

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conservative / earthquakes

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tectonic plates move past eachother
as they move past eachother there is friction
leads to a build up of pressure
which leads to a jolt

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