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Big Idea
The plate tectonic theory explains the changes that occur within Earth and to Earth’s crust throughout geological time.
Elaboration
- Sample questions to support inquiry with students:
- What evidence suggests that a supercontinent will form again?
- What drives the motion of tectonic plates?
- What evidence do scientists have to support the idea that Earth is composed of layers?
- How can seismic data be used by scientists?
- What is the significance of the global distribution of volcanoes, mountain ranges, and earthquake epicentres?
keywords
plate tectonic theory