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convergence plate boundary, where tectonic plates move towards each other and collide, leading to subduction zones which are highly constructive regions of volcanoes.
Volcanoes also form at divergent plate boundaries. A good example being the numerous Icelandic volcanoes which have formed over he Mid Atlantic Ridge.
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What is thought to be the driving mechanism of plate movement?
slab-pull
What type of plate boundary causes a trench to form?
A convergent plate boundary causes a trench to form. This occurs when two tectonic plates collide, with one plate sinking beneath the other due to its greater density. This process creates a deep trench in the Earth's crust.
Which diagram best represents the type of plate movement that results in mountain building?
A convergent plate boundary diagram best represents the type of plate movement that results in mountain building. This occurs when two tectonic plates collide, with one being forced beneath the other in a process known as subduction. The intense pressure and heat generated during this collision lead to the formation of mountain ranges.
The San Andreas fault is what type of plate motion?
The San Andreas fault is a right-lateral (dextral) strike-slip fault which marks a transform (or sliding) boundary between the Pacific Plate and the North American Plate. In essence the plate boundary is destructive rather than constructive but at present the energy is directed at moving the Pacific Plate in a generally northerly direction, parallel with the coastline.
When an oceanic plate is pushed under a continental plate resulting in volcanic activity this type of boundary forms what?
This type of boundary is called a convergent boundary or subduction zone, where the oceanic plate is pushed beneath the continental plate. The descending oceanic plate melts due to the heat and pressure, leading to volcanic activity and the formation of volcanic arcs.
Why don't transform plate movements cause a tsunami?
Transform plate boundaries involve horizontal movement of tectonic plates sliding past each other. This type of movement doesn't usually displace large amounts of water vertically, which is necessary to generate a tsunami. Tsunamis are more commonly produced by subduction zones where one plate is being forced beneath another.
What type of plate boundary are most tsunamis associated with?
Transform boundry, or what's known as shearing. It causes the plates to move past each other causing earthquakes in any areas.
What type of plate movement forms volcanoes in iceland?
Divergent plate movement.
What type of energy transfer is thought to be the force of plate movement?
The force of plate movement is mainly driven by the transfer of heat energy through the process of convection in the Earth's mantle. This heat transfer causes convection currents that move the tectonic plates above them, leading to plate movement.
What is the type of movement that occurs at each type of plate boundary?
each plate boundary has a different boundaries. if you want the movement for a specific plate boundary, write the name of the plate boundary. :]
What type of plate movement is mount erebus?
The Antarctic Plate.
What type of plate movement is happening at the edge of the Pacific and North American Plate?
The Pacific Plate is sliding horizontally past the North American Plate along a transform boundary. This type of movement is responsible for frequent earthquakes in regions like California.
What type of plate of plate boundary causes mountains?
Convergent Boundaries.
What type of plate boundry causes shearing?
The type of boundary that causes shearing is transform boundary.
What type of plate causes earthquakes?
Convergent Boundaries
What type of plate causes volcanoes?
Yes, It is convergent
Which type of movement causes a year?
seasons
