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it is the movement of the earths crust. it moves inwards towards other plates so the earths crust moves upwards therefore forming mountains, volcanoes etc
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∙ 13y agocompression is to press into each other its a convergent plate boundary
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Are plate tectonics flat?
yes plate tectonics are flat
What are the huge sections of the earth's crust that move called?
plate tectonics
There are many indications of plate tectonics on Mars?
No plate tectonics on Mars
Is plate tectonics the plural form of plate tectonics?
Yes, the singular form is normally plate tectonic or tectonic plate so the plural would be plate tectonics or tectonic plates. Dumb crap.
What is a creationist theory for plate tectonics?
Creationist theory and plate tectonics do not disagree in any way.
Which theory describes the motion of earth's crust on its mantle?
plate tectonics=D
What is The theory that describes large scales movements of the lithosphere called?
Plate tectonics
How do volcanoes help plate tectonics?
Volcanoes don't help plate tectonics; volcanoes are the result of plate tectonics.
What theory states that plates move around on the athenosphere?
the crust cracks and magma fills in the space
Are plate tectonics flat?
yes plate tectonics are flat
What are the huge sections of the earth's crust that move called?
plate tectonics
There are many indications of plate tectonics on Mars?
No plate tectonics on Mars
Which of geologic processes formed most of californias nonmetalic mineral resources?
plate tectonics
Instrument used in studying plate tectonics?
instruments used in plate tectonics?
Do you feel the effects of plate tectonics?
Yes, earthquakes are an affect of plate tectonics.
Is there evidence of plate tectonics on Venus?
Nope plate tectonics do not exist on Venus.
What shapes earth features?
Plate tectonics.
