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What are rift zones and how do they form?
Rift zones are a large area of the earth which plates of the earth's crust are moving away from each other, which then forms an extensive system of fractures and faults. How do rift zones form when two tectonic plates pull away from each other.
Is Shield volcanoes found along subduction zones?
Cone volcanoes which are likely to erupt explosively are found at subduction zones. Spreading zones (constructive plate boundaries) and hot spots produce quieter volcanoes because their lava is thinner. The ones at hot spots are shield volcanoes.
Where are the most explosive volcanoes subduction zones or rift zones?
Explosive volcanoes are most common at subduction zones.
Why are rift zones a common spot for igneous rock to form?
The thinned crust in rift zones results in the formation of magma (molten rock) in the upper mantle, which then rises through the crust. As a result, rift zones often have active volcanoes, which form new igneous rocks.
What are rift zones made of earth made of?
wenis to the qliterus
Do stratovolcanoes form on rift zones?
They can, though they are more dominant at subduction zones.
What are rift zones and how do they form?
Rift zones are a large area of the earth which plates of the earth's crust are moving away from each other, which then forms an extensive system of fractures and faults. How do rift zones form when two tectonic plates pull away from each other.
Where are the most explosive volcanoes subduction zones or rift zones?
Explosive volcanoes are most common at subduction zones.
Is Shield volcanoes found along subduction zones?
Cone volcanoes which are likely to erupt explosively are found at subduction zones. Spreading zones (constructive plate boundaries) and hot spots produce quieter volcanoes because their lava is thinner. The ones at hot spots are shield volcanoes.
Why are rift zones a common spot for igneous rock to form?
The thinned crust in rift zones results in the formation of magma (molten rock) in the upper mantle, which then rises through the crust. As a result, rift zones often have active volcanoes, which form new igneous rocks.
What are rift zones made of earth made of?
wenis to the qliterus
Which can NOT form as the result of oceanic-oceanic convergence?
rift zones
Is a seismograph used to record the ocean floor for rift zones?
no
Where are Oceanographers most likely to look for precious metals?
Rift Zones!
What are regions where the continents or the sea floor are pulling apart called?
rift zones
Why are rift zones common places for igneous rocks?
The thin crust of a rift zone causes melting in the upper mantle, resulting in volcanic activity.
Where do Rift zones rift valleys linear oceans and oceanic ridges features form?
They form in areas of the Earth in which continental or oceanic plates are pulling apart.
