Plate Tectonic Landforms - Multiple Case Studies Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What is evidence of seafloor spreading?
A
The alantic ocean, as you go towards centre rocks are younger
2
Q
Giving a statistic, what is the case study on oceanic trenches?
A
Mariana Trench, 11km deep
3
Q
Giving a statistic on the plate boundaries, what is the case study on fold mountains?
A
The Himalayas, Indian and eurasian plate
4
Q
Giving a statistic on the plate boundaries, what is the case study on island arcs?
A
Caribbean Islands, North American Plate and Caribbean Plate
