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Earths tectonic plates

Earths tectonic plates. Global map showing the boundaries of the tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust. The eight major plates are the: African Plate, Antarctic Plate, Indian Plate, Australian Plate, Eurasian Plate, North American Plate, South American Plate, and Pacific Plate. There are also seven minor tectonic plates. The plate boundary colours indicate whether they are convergent (red, moving towards each other) or divergent (orange, moving apart). Convergent boundaries can form subduction zones, while divergent boundaries can form mid-ocean ridges. Parallel movement is shown in green (upper left, San Andreas Fault)

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Boundary Convergent Divergent Earth Science Earth Sciences Eurasian Plate Geological Global Globe Mid Ocean Ridge Parallel Planetary Ridges San Andreas Fault Seismic Seismology Subduction Zone Tectonic Plate Volcanic Volcanology Vulcanology World World Wide Zones


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This print showcases Earth's tectonic plates, providing a global map that reveals the intricate boundaries of these crucial components of our planet's crust. The image highlights the eight major plates - African, Antarctic, Indian, Australian, Eurasian, North American, South American, and Pacific - which play a significant role in shaping the Earth's geology. Additionally, there are seven minor tectonic plates depicted. The vibrant colors used to represent plate boundaries offer valuable insights into their movements. Convergent boundaries are depicted in red as they move towards each other while divergent boundaries are shown in orange as they move apart. These distinct motions have profound effects on our planet's geography and geological phenomena. Convergent boundaries can give rise to subduction zones where one plate is forced beneath another. On the other hand, divergent boundaries can lead to the formation of mid-ocean ridges where new crust is generated as plates separate from each other. Notably captured within this image is an example of parallel movement represented by a green line showcasing the San Andreas Fault located in the upper left corner. This fault line serves as a reminder of how tectonic activity impacts specific regions such as California. Overall, this remarkable artwork provides an informative visual representation of Earth's dynamic tectonic plate system and its influence on various geological processes worldwide.

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