Plate Dynamics Video
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1. Describe Iceland's tectonic environment. What kind
of plate boundary is found here? Give another example.
2. Briefly describe the three types of crustal convergence.
Give examples of each.
3. What type of movement takes place along transform faults?
Give examples where this type of movement occurs.
4. Describe how mantle convection currents are responsible
for sea-floor spreading.
5. What are mantle plumes and how do they relate to the
Hawaiian Islands?
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