Plate Tectonics
Earthquakes
Volcanos
Landforms
Labeling
100
This is the theory that states that the earth is made of plates that are in constant motion
Continental Drift
100
This is the point of impact within the earth where tectonic plates collide. The actual site of the earthquake
Focus
100
This is the name of molten material when it reaches the surface of the earth
Lava
100
This landform occurs when a volcano caves in on itself leaving a large open hole
Caldera
100
What is point A?
Focus
200
This is the name (first and last) of the scientist that formulated the continental drift theory
Alfred Wegner
200
This is the device that measures wave activity
Seismograph
200
This type of lava is very hot and fast moving. It is known for its smooth texture as it dries
Pahoehoe
200
This landform is made when water becomes heated by underwater magma and pools at the surface
Hot Spring
200
What is point B?
Epicenter
300
This type of boundary occurs when two tectonic plates move TOWARD each other
Convergent
300
This type of wave moves in a push-pull motion and is the fastest wave
P-Wave
300
Resistance to flow is known as...
Viscosity
300
This landform is created when water is cooled by underground magma but is stuck in a crack or crevice. As pressure build, it eventually erupts
Geyser
300
B labels what type of waves? S or P?
S wave
400
What do scientists think causes the plates to move? (what and where)
Convection currents in the mantle
400
This type of fault occurs at a divergent boundary when one plate slips DOWN the fault line
Normal Fault
400
This type of volcano is largest in width but not in height. It is made by slow lava flow over time. This volcano has created the hawaiian islands
Shield volcano
400
This landform is created when magma solidifies in the pipe of a volcano
Volcanic neck
400
What is A?
Side vent
500
Write 3 pieces of evidence that continental drift has occurred. (Need 3 for full points!)
Fossils, Land Warping, Puzzle pieces
500
What is the name of the scale that measures earthquakes by OBSERVABLE damage
Mercalli Scale
500
This volcanic hazard is an avalanche of molten material, toxic gases, and lava bombs. It can not be avoided
Pyroclastic Flow
500
This landform is created due to lava flow. It is an elevated surface with a flat top
Lava plateau
500
What is B?
Pipe