1. The Theory of Plate Tectonics
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The Theory of Plate Tectonics

2. Why does heat flow towards the surface?
Heat always flows from a warmers area to a colder area

3. What does GPS use to map the rate of tectonic plate movement?
The GPS can map the rate of tectonic plate movement using radio signals

4. By what method is heat transferred within Earth’s system?
Heat with in Earth’s interior is transferred primarily by convection

5. What method is used to measure the movement of Oceanic plates?
Sea floor spreading

6. Draw the 3 different types of plate boundaries
Divergent
Transform
Convergent

7. Define the following terms:
Tectonic plates
Theory of Plate Tectonics
convection
Lithosphere pieces that move around on top of the asthenosphere
The theory that Earth’s lithosphere is divided into moving tectonic plates
Process of moving layers of rock by heating and cooling