Continental drift

Tectonics

Tectonics is the study of the Earth’s lithosphere, its structure, and its movement. It’s essentially the study of how Earth’s plates interact and cause earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountain ranges. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Plate Tectonics: The theory that Earth’s lithosphere is divided into several plates that move and interact. Plate Boundaries: The areas where … Read more

Plate Tectonics

Plate tectonics is the theory that Earth’s outer shell is divided into several plates that glide over the mantle, the rocky inner layer above the core. This movement is responsible for continental drift, earthquakes, and volcanic activity. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Earth’s lithosphere is broken into numerous plates. These plates float on the asthenosphere … Read more