APES Unit 4 Study Guide 2024/2025 Latest Update(rated A)

APES Unit 4 Study Guide 2024/2025 Latest Update(rated A) What are the layers of the earth? - ANSWER 15; Crust, mantle, outer core and inner core What are the 3 major processes in Earths geologic cycle? - ANSWER Tectonic plates, rock cycle & soil formation Define the theory of plate tectonics - ANSWER The theory that the lithosphere of the earth is divided into plates, most of which are in constant motion Explain the movement of divergent plate boundaries and give an example - ANSWER An area beneath the ocean where tectonic plates move away from each other. Ex: Seafloor spreading Explain the movement of convergent plate boundaries and give an example - ANSWER An area where plates move toward one another and collide. Ex: Subduction or continental collision Explain the movement of transform fault boundaries and give an example - ANSWER Are where two tectonic plates meet and slip and grind alongside one another. Ex: Earthquake Define volcano - ANSWER A vent in the surface of earth that emits ash, gases, or molten lava. (Occurs as a plate moves over a hot spot and heat from the mantle melts the crust) Define earthquake - ANSWER The sudden movement of earths crust caused by a release of potential energy along a geologic fault and usually causing a vibration or trembling at earths surface. D