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I say that not all tectonic plates are the same. Ones are bigger and smaller than others
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∙ 11y ago
Yes, tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's lithosphere that vary in size but can be as big as entire continents. These plates float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere below, and their movement is responsible for phenomena like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
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How many tectonic plates do we have?
there are 7 huge plates but dozens of smaller plates
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.
What is the difference between Continental plates and Tectonic plates?
Continental plates are a type of tectonic plate that consist mostly of continental crust, which is thicker and less dense than oceanic crust. Tectonic plates refer to the larger pieces of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with each other, including both continental and oceanic plates.
What are the other tectonic plates besides the 7 largest tectonic plates?
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The lithosphere is broken up into sections called?
The lithosphere is broken up into sections called tectonic plates. These plates float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere below and interact with one another at plate boundaries, where most earthquakes and volcanic activity occur.
How many tectonic plates do we have?
there are 7 huge plates but dozens of smaller plates
Why is Mt Everest so big?
Mount Everest is the world's tallest mountain due to tectonic plate collision between the Indian plate and the Eurasian plate, resulting in the Himalayan mountain range. The mountain continues to grow each year due to tectonic activity, making it the tallest peak currently at 29,032 feet (8,848 meters) above sea level.
What are the plates that make up Earth's crust?
The Earth's crust is made up of several tectonic plates which include the Pacific Plate, North American Plate, Eurasian Plate, African Plate, Antarctic Plate, South American Plate, Indo-Australian Plate, and the Nazca Plate. These plates float on the semi-fluid layer of the mantle beneath them and interact with each other through movements such as sliding past, colliding, or subducting under one another, causing geological events like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
I am part of lithosphere but you move around on top of the asthenosphere?
You are part of the rigid outer shell of the Earth known as the lithosphere. The lithosphere floats and moves on the semi-fluid layer beneath it called the asthenosphere due to plate tectonics. This movement of the lithospheric plates atop the asthenosphere is responsible for phenomena like earthquakes and volcanic activity.
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.
What is the difference between a tectonic hazard and a tectonic event?
A tectonic hazard refers to the potential threat or risk posed by geological processes such as earthquakes or volcanic eruptions to human life, property, or the environment. On the other hand, a tectonic event is the actual occurrence of such geological processes, resulting in phenomena like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or tsunamis. In essence, a tectonic hazard represents the possibility of a tectonic event happening.
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 =/
What is the difference between Continental plates and Tectonic plates?
Continental plates are a type of tectonic plate that consist mostly of continental crust, which is thicker and less dense than oceanic crust. Tectonic plates refer to the larger pieces of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with each other, including both continental and oceanic plates.
When tectonic plates collide?
When tectonic plated collide they create an earthquake. It happens by them colliding and shaking each other forming a big movement.
