the theory that states that Earth’s outer layer is broken into large, slowly moving pieces called tectonic plates

ocean basins, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and mountain building are all examples of...

any place where gas, ash, or melted rock come out of the ground, lava and ash can erupt from its opening called a vent.

A geological event that occurs when a section of rock moves along a fault, or break in Earth’s surface, releasing energy and causing the ground to shake.

the boundary between tectonic plates that are colliding

the boundary between two tectonic plates that are moving away from each other

The movement of energy as heat and material in Earth’s interior contribute to tectonic plate motions that result in such things as folding, volcanism, faulting, and uplift. All of this results in...

What are the three main types of tectonic plate boundaries?

A boundary at which two tectonic plates move horizontally past each other

What causes tectonic plates to move?

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