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Q: What 3 forces possibly move tectonic plates?
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The Earth's tectonic plates are in constant motion due to several factors Temperature and density differences in the plates cause push and pull forces that move the plates?

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I am part of lithosphere but you move around on top of the asthenosphere?

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Does magnetism make the tectonic plates move?

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yes the plates can move slowly


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Tectonic plates move thousands of miles because they are not anchored down.


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tectonic plates


What are the plates that move and the lithosphere is made of them?

tectonic plates


The Earth's tectonic plates are in constant motion due to several factors. Temperature and density differences in the plates cause push and pull forces that move the plates.?

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What is the point where the tectonic plates move causing an earthquake?

earthquake zone or in the boundry of tectonic plates


What is stresses in tectonic plates?

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