Tectonic Plates: The movement of tectonic plates. Flashcards
1
Q
How are tectonic plates able to move?
A
They are able to move because the lithosphere has more rigid rocks and a lower density than the underlying asthenosphere.
2
Q
How many ways can tectonic plates move?
A
Tectonic plates can move in three ways
3
Q
What happens when tectonic plates converge and collide?
A
When this happens mountains can form.
