Tectonic Plates Collection

Lesser flamingo (Phoeniconaias minor) portrait, Lake Bogoria, Rift valley, Kenya, Africa

Lesser flamingo flock (Phoeniconaias) flying over lake with green algae, aerial view, Rift valley, Kenya

The narrow Nes Canyon, a fault filled with fresh water in the rift valley between the Eurasian and American tectonic plates in northern Iceland

Lesser flamingos (Phoeniconaias minor) flock in Lake Bogoria, Rift valley, Kenya

Crack of the continental drift between the North American and Eurasian Plates at Thingvellir, Thingvellir National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iceland. September 2009

Rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates at Thingvellir, Thingvellir National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iceland, September. Photographed for the Freshwater Project

Lesser flamingo (Phoeniconaias minor) flock in lake in morning, Lake Nakuru NP, Rift Valley, Kenya

Lesser flamingos (Phopeniconaias minor) flock, aerial view, Natron lake, Rift valley, Tanzania, Africa

Tectonic plate boundary types, diagram
Tectonic plate boundary types. Diagram showing three types of movement (arrows) at tectonic plate boundaries. Tectonic plates moving parallel to each other (bottom)

Africa and Atlantic Ocean, with clouds C016 / 3727
Africa and Atlantic Ocean, with clouds. Computer graphic of an Earth globe centred on West Africa, generated using satellite and mapping data

Volcanic eruption, cross-section

Illustration showing sectioned view of Earth displaying internal forces when earthquakes occurs

Global tectonics, Pacific Plate C016 / 0582
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Pacific Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, Eurasian Plate C016 / 0580
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Eurasian Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, Australian Plate C016 / 0579
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Australian Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, Antarctic Plate C016 / 0578
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Antarctic Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, African Plate C016 / 0577
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the African Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Early Earths internal structure, artwork
Early Earths internal structure. Artwork of a hemispherical cross-section through the early Earth, with thin oceanic crust and formation of the first continental landmasses

The Americas, sea floor topography C016 / 3726
The Americas, sea floor topography. Computer graphic of an Earth globe centred on the Americas, generated using satellite and mapping data

Atlantic Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3725
Atlantic Ocean, sea floor topography. Computer graphic of an Earth globe centred on the Atlantic Ocean, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3723
Indian Ocean, sea floor topography and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Global tectonics, Eurasian Plate C016 / 3724
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Eurasian Plate, one of Earths seven primary tectonic plates

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll and bathymetry C016 / 3721
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and bathymetry with clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3715
Indian Ocean, sea floor topography. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Global tectonics, South American Plate C016 / 3712
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the South American Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, North American Plate C016 / 3710
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the North American Plate, one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, Pacific Plate C016 / 3711
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Pacific Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, Eurasian Plate C016 / 3709
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Eurasian Plate and Indian Plate. The Eurasian Plate is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths

Global tectonics, Australian Plate C016 / 3708
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Australian Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, Antarctic Plate C016 / 3707
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the Antarctic Plate. This is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust

Global tectonics, African Plate C016 / 3706
Global tectonics. Satellite-based artwork of an Earth globe centred on the African Plate and Arabian Plate. The African Plate is one of the seven primary tectonic plates that make up the Earths

Surface of Europa, artwork
Surface of Europa. Computer artwork of Europa with Jupiter in the background. The surface crust of Europa is made of water ice which form large blocks of ice

Formation of the Himalayas, artwork
Formation of the Himalayas. Artwork showing a sequence of four images of the Indian landmass (yellow) colliding with Asia to form the Himalayas mountain range

Japans plate tectonics and cyclones. Computer artwork showing cyclones (white spirals) travelling over the islands of Japan and the countrys underlying tectonic plates

Subduction zone processes. Cutaway artwork showing the geological processes that occur at a subduction zone between two tectonic plates

Mud volcano formation, artwork
Mud volcano formation. Artwork showing the stages in the formation of a mud volcano. At left, sediment on the ocean floor is drawn into a subduction zone where two continental plates are colliding

Oxara River tumbles down the Almannagja cliff face at Oxarafoss, Thingvellir National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, south-west Iceland (Sudurland), Iceland, Polar Regions

The Almannagja (All Mans Gorge) cliff face is the backdrop of the Althing, legislative assembly of the past, also the edge of the north American tectonic plate, Thingvellir National Park

Fault in the landscape caused by continental drift between North American and Eurasian tectonic plates at Thingvellir National Park near Reykjavik, Iceland, Polar Regions

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Tectonic Plates: Unveiling the Earth's Dynamic Puzzle The mesmerizing portrait of a Lesser flamingo against the backdrop of Lake Bogoria in Kenya, Africa, captures the essence of tectonic plates. Nestled within the Rift Valley, this region is home to awe-inspiring geological wonders. From an aerial view, a flock of Lesser flamingos gracefully soars over a lake adorned with vibrant green algae. This breathtaking sight showcases how these magnificent creatures coexist with nature's intricate processes. Intriguingly, nestled within the Rift Valley lies Nes Canyon - a narrow fault brimming with fresh water. It serves as a tangible reminder of the forces at play between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. At Thingvellir in Iceland, we witness firsthand another manifestation of plate boundaries. The continental drift creates cracks between these mighty plates that shape our planet's landscape. These fissures offer us glimpses into Earth's ever-evolving story. As morning breaks over Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya's Rift Valley, Lesser flamingos gather in large flocks. Their presence reminds us that even amidst geological transformations, life finds its way to flourish and adapt harmoniously. Natron lake presents yet another spectacle where aerial views showcase countless Lesser flamingos dotting its surface. Here too lies evidence of tectonic activity shaping their habitat within Africa's Rift Valley. Witnessing two Lesser flamingos engaged in their daily routine - one feeding while the other runs - highlights both resilience and symbiosis amidst dynamic surroundings at Lake Nakuru National Park. To comprehend this complex phenomenon better, diagrams illustrating various types of tectonic plate boundaries become invaluable tools for understanding how our planet continuously evolves and transforms itself through time. From captivating portraits to stunning aerial views across lakes and canyons filled with life-sustaining waters or revealing cracks formed by shifting continents; these hints provide just a glimpse into the captivating world of tectonic plates.