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The earth's tectonic plates are always moveing. So the movement of the plates creates earthquakes and when they separate lets lava spill out and dry. Scientists can locate these movements over hundreds of years and form kind of like a child's game, connect the dots. But just the ones within about 10 to 20 miles.
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Earthquakes occur mainly allong the edges of?
Tectonic plates and fault lines created by the movement of tectonic plates.
Who named the tectonic plates tectonic and why?
harry hess named the tectonic plates but I'm not sure why =/
Where do tectonic plates interact?
Interactions between tectonic plates occur at plate boundaries.
What tectonic plates caused the earthquake?
PLATES
In what direction do tectonic plates go?
Tectonic plates move from east to west as a whole due to the coreolis (not sure of spelling) effect.
How do you find PLATES on a map?
You can find plates on a map by using specific map services like Google Maps or MapQuest. Simply type in the location you are interested in, and then look for the option to view different layers or overlays. Plates are typically displayed as tectonic boundaries or fault lines on these maps.
What tectonic plate are you standing on?
It depends on where you are there are many tectonic plates I recomend that you should look up tectonic plate map and look for where you are.
How are tectonic plates related to the occurrence of earthquakes on a global map?
Tectonic plates are large pieces of the Earth's crust that float on the semi-fluid mantle below. When these plates move against each other, they can cause earthquakes. The boundaries where plates meet, such as at fault lines, are where most earthquakes occur. This relationship between tectonic plates and earthquakes is why seismic activity is often concentrated along plate boundaries on a global map.
What are the large thin plates that move relative to one another on the outer surface of earth called?
They are called tectonic or lithospheric plates.
Earthquakes occur mainly allong the edges of?
Tectonic plates and fault lines created by the movement of tectonic plates.
What can tectonic plates also be called instead of tectonic plates?
Tectonic plates are also "Continental Crust" and "Oceanic Crust". Also lithospheric plates.
Can tectonic plates known as crustle plates?
Yes, tectonic plates are also known as crustal plates.
Who named the tectonic plates tectonic and why?
harry hess named the tectonic plates but I'm not sure why =/
Why do you see only the dry land areas of tectonic plates on a typical world map?
World maps typically show the dry land areas of tectonic plates because these are the visible parts of the Earth's crust. The boundaries of tectonic plates are often marked by geological features such as mountain ranges, earthquakes, and volcanic activity, which are easier to observe on land than in the oceans. Additionally, the distribution of continents and oceans is influenced by the movement of tectonic plates.
How many tectonic plates do we have?
there are 7 huge plates but dozens of smaller plates
What is the difference between Continental plates and Tectonic plates?
Continental plates are tectonic plates. They are tectonic plates upon which continents rest, and they move as do all tectonic plates. Basically, there is no difference, other than the fact that oceanic plates are another type of tectonic plate.
Where can you find a map of Earth's tectonic plates?
You can find a map of Earth's tectonic plates from various sources such as geological websites, educational institutions, or scientific organizations. Online resources like the United States Geological Survey (USGS) or academic websites like Geology.com often have interactive maps displaying the tectonic plate boundaries. Additionally, many textbooks on geology and Earth sciences also include maps of Earth's tectonic plates.
