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How are plate tectonics formed?
Tectonic plates can be formed when two land masses collide over time (also how mountains can be formed). In this case however one land mass slides over the other. This can be very unstable though which is why earthquakes happen.
Are waves created by tectonic plates?
Yes, and, no. Yes, waves are created by tectonic plates during an earthquake (When two or more tectonic plates rub together and make huge vibrations) and even cause tsunami waves. Waves are not formed when the plates are still, though.
How are weak spots plate movement and volcanoes related?
All Volcanoes are formed at weaker spots in the tectonic plates. The weak spots are usually near the edges of plates, and most volcanoes are formed there. Sometimes though, plates move over hot spots, and if a weak area of the plate is over that hot spot, a volcano (shield volcano) might form.
What is one structure formed though the deposition of sediment?
delta's
Does mars have plate tectonics like earth?
Hi, that's a good question. I'm not too sure... maybe you can ask someone else but I don't know anyone else who would know the answer to that question. Good luck in your hunt for the right answer. I think it is a good question. I like the word tectonic. It reminds me of tonic water, fizzy... yummy. Refreshing too. Not too many brands out there though. Shwepps and another which I cant think of the name.
Where is an earthquake formed?
Question worded a little funny though. But they can be formed anywhere, and are caused by the tectonic plates, whenever they collide, wherever they collide.
How are plate tectonics formed?
Tectonic plates can be formed when two land masses collide over time (also how mountains can be formed). In this case however one land mass slides over the other. This can be very unstable though which is why earthquakes happen.
Are waves created by tectonic plates?
Yes, and, no. Yes, waves are created by tectonic plates during an earthquake (When two or more tectonic plates rub together and make huge vibrations) and even cause tsunami waves. Waves are not formed when the plates are still, though.
When was Porcupine Mountains created?
The Porcupine Mountains were able to formed, even though not even close to any tectonic plates, because of ancient, hard volcanic basalt that was uplifted. The ridges are pieces of once-towering mountains. The Porcupine Mountains were also formed by glaciers during the ice age.
What features of the earth have been formed by tectonic activity?
There are multiple types of tectonic activity, first, the earth's plates can come together, creating a CONVERGENT boundary. This forces the plates to come together, and continue rising higher above each other until a mountain/mountain ridge form. The second type is a DIVERGENT boundary. This is the case when the plates shift apart instead of together. This causes great rifts on the earth's surface, most of which are found at the bottom of the ocean. These are called trenches or Mid-ocean ridges. Finally, the plates can collide and stay flat, though just shift off center. This causes a fault line to develop. These sites are prone to earthquakes. * features such as mountain ranges, areas of volcanic activity hot springs etc, rift valleys, mid ocean ridges, oceanic trenches
Where may a crater be formed on a volcano?
a crater can be formed anywhere in a volcano. its usually formed at the top though.
Are mountains made out of limestone?
They can be. Most mountain ranges form when the land is thrust upward by tectonic activity, so the type of rock present depends on what rock is present to begin with. The cores of mountain ranges, though, are often made of granite and gneiss. Volcanic mountains are not made of limestone.
How are weak spots plate movement and volcanoes related?
All Volcanoes are formed at weaker spots in the tectonic plates. The weak spots are usually near the edges of plates, and most volcanoes are formed there. Sometimes though, plates move over hot spots, and if a weak area of the plate is over that hot spot, a volcano (shield volcano) might form.
Most water enters a plant though which structures?
root hairs
Why can you see craters on the moon even though they were formed by ancient meteor collisons?
The moon has no water or atmosphere to cause weathering and very little geologic activity. This means that there is very little to disturb features on the moon's surface.
Which structures were designed by Thomas Paty?
Thomas Paty designed a variety of large structures. Some of these structures include the Pulteny Bridge, even though another architect submitted the plans.
Are scaler weapons what cause earthquakes?
I don't know of that. But there are such tectonic weapons utilized. Though Scaler weapons are known to strengthenhurricanes.
