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Review of Plate Tectonics Theory

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It is a theory stating that the crust of the Earth is separated into large plates that float freely over the molten rock layer.

Plate Tectonics Theory

The edges of the tectonic plates are called __________ ____________.

Plate Boundaries

A chain of mountains is known as ____________.

Mountain ranges

A point on the earth’s surface located just above the focus where most of the destructive effect of earthquake happens is known as ____________.

Epicenter

You are most likely to experience many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions is you live close to a plate boundary. (True or False))

True

The plates of the earth are constantly but slowly moving in different directions. (True or False)

True

Numerous active volcanoes, mountain ranges and earthquake epicenters can be found at the middle of Pacific Plate which is known as Pacific Ring of Fire. (True or False)

False

The outermost layer of the Earth is known as _______________

Crust