Summary Engineering Geology 214 - Plate Tectonics
These notes explain the fundamentals of plate tectonics, including plate movement, plate boundaries, seafloor spreading, subduction zones, transform faults, and hotspot volcanism. The document covers how tectonic processes create earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain ranges, ocean basins, and other major geological features. Real-world examples such as the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, San Andreas Fault, Mariana Trench, and Hawaiian hotspot chain are used to illustrate key concepts. Ideal for Engineering Geology 214 A1 exam preparation and revision.
Written for
- Institution
- Stellenbosch University (SUN)
- Course
- Engineering Geology 214
Document information
- Uploaded on
- June 16, 2026
- Number of pages
- 14
- Written in
- 2025/2026
- Type
- SUMMARY
Subjects
-
engineering geology
-
214
-
plate tectonics
Also available in package deal