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What are the three processes that cause tectonic plates to move?
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∙ 6y ago
Three processes that contribute to the motion of tectonic plates are convection currents, ridge push, and slab pull. Convection currents is when the mantle rises, cools, sinks and heats, then rises and repeats the cycle. Ridge push is a gravitational force that causes a plate to move. Slab pull is the movement of tectonic plate lithosphere due to convection currents in the asthenosphere.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 8y agoI'm sure it convection,slabpull,and ridge pull ~*
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∙ 11y agoBy when the earth shakes and makes movement.
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∙ 7y ago1. Mantle Convection. 2. Ridge Push. 3. Slab Pull. And also; Mantle Plumes and Hot Spot.
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∙ 11y agoScientists think that slab pull is the main force that causes plate motions. Another possible cause is ridge push.
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I'm sure it convection,slabpull,and ridge pull ~*
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I'm sure it convection,slabpull,and ridge pull ~*
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