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What does plate tectonic theory tell us?
Nothing, it's a theory, like evolution!
If you are standing in the middle of the US what type of plate boundary is occurring near you?
You would be standing near a divergent plate boundary, where tectonic plates are moving away from each other. This boundary can be found in the middle of the North American Plate, spreading along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge in the Atlantic Ocean.
What are the names and locations of tectonic plates?
There are a number of websites that provide maps or diagrams showing the major tectonic plates. Perhaps one of the best is that produced by the US Geological Survey. Please see the related link.
What is a plate and what is the theory of plate tectonic?
A plate is a large, rigid section of the Earth's lithosphere that moves over the asthenosphere. The theory of plate tectonics states that the Earth's lithosphere is divided into several plates that are in constant motion, leading to phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and the formation of mountain ranges.
How does knowing about the earths interior help us understand plate tectonics?
Knowing about the Earths inside helps to understand tectonic plates. The currents in the mantle move the tectonic plates-well they can change it and they help them move. However, it doesn't really affect much considering tectonic plates move on their own.
What tectonic is plate is the US on?
its located on the North American plate
What tectonic plate is the US mostly on?
avalonia
What tectonic plate is the US located on?
its located on the North American plate
What tectonic plate is Massachusetts US located on?
The North American Plate.
What tectonic plate is th US mostly on?
The North American plate.
Which tectonic plate is most of the US on?
Most of the US sits on the North American plate.
What does plate tectonic theory tell us?
Nothing, it's a theory, like evolution!
How many major tectonic plates in the US?
There are three major tectonic plates that influence the United States: the North American Plate, the Pacific Plate, and the Juan de Fuca Plate. These plates interact at plate boundaries, leading to geological activity such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
What are tectonic plates and why are they important to us?
A plate tectonics is a theory that describes the formation movements and interaction
What is the name of the plate that the US located on?
indo plate
Why does the east coast of the US barely experience any tectonic activity?
Not quite true (it's not inactive), but the east coast is part of an expanding section of the plate (its moving away from Europe) Thus there is no grinding or subduction of plates like on the west coast.
Why aren't there any volcanoes on the east coast of the north of the us?
The northeastern coast of North America is far away from the edges of the North American tectonic Plate. This means it's in an area of the tectonic Plate that is stable and thick which significantly reduces the chances of a volcano forming.
