Plate Tectonics: Mechanisms and Boundaries
Understanding the theory of Plate Tectonics, the driving forces, and different types of plate boundaries.
Key Questions
- Explain the primary mechanisms driving the movement of tectonic plates.
- Compare the geological features and processes found at divergent, convergent, and transform boundaries.
- Predict the types of natural hazards likely to occur at each type of plate boundary.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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