Compare the characteristics and spatial distribution of lithospheric systems i. Return to platetectonics theory this page is earthquakes and eruptions lists are updated to include events up through 2011. Bonnie magura portland public schools and chris hedeen oregon city high school the plate tectonics mapping activity allows students to easily begin to identify basic tectonic processes on a global scale. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. They are caused by the movement of tectonic plates. Our earth is a dynamic planet, as clearly illustrated on the main map by its topography, over 1500 volcanoes, 44,000 earthquakes, and 170 impact craters. A map of the plates and active volcanoes, from the usgs students research patterns of earthquakes and volcanoes on the internet. The dynamic earth map illustrates plate tectonics and features stunning bathymetry and naturally colored relief, as well as volcano and earthquake data through 2011. Map of major tectonic plates and select great earthquakes and volcanoes. Descriptions of famous earthquakes and volcanoes help contextualize the staggering power of the earth s motion. Geological survey map of tectonic plates show 21 of the major plates, as well as their movements and boundaries. Divergent boundaries constructive are where plates are moving away from each other. What causes earthquakes and at what types of plate boundaries are earthquakes common. This tectonic plates, earthquakes, and volcanoes lesson plan is suitable for 9th 12th grade.
Earths physiographic features are prominently displayed on the map. A world map of volcanoes, earthquakes, and plate tectonics, author simkin, t and tilling, r i and taggart, j n and jones, w j and spall, h, abstractnote the earths physiographic features overlain by its volcanoes, earthquake epicenters, and the movement of its major tectonic plates are shown in this map. The crust of our planet is cracked into seven large and many other smaller slabs of rock called plates, averaging about 50 miles thick. This map shows how some of the world s volcanoes and earthquakes occur along tectonic plate boundaries. As they move only inches every year, and depending on the direction of that movement, they collide, forming deep ocean trenches, mountains, volcanoes, and generating earthquakes. Tectonic forces in this assignment, we will investigate where current earthquakes are today, from a groundsensed motion. Latitude is a measurementof how far north or south a feature is from the equator. If you look at a world map of tectonic plates, youll see new zealand sits at the edge of two plates.
Challenge geography classes to locate the major volcanoes and earthquake faults on a world map. The movements of these plates can account for noticeable geologic events such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and more subtle yet sublime events, like the building of mountains. I love the idea of an aerial shot of a world map with the tectonic plates highlighted. Plate tectonics, volcanoes and earthquakes science. May 18, 20 plate tectonics world map of volcanoes, earthquakes, impact craters, and plate tectonics our most popular map. Map of tectonic plates world map world atlas atlas of. In groups, they identify the pattern made and examine the relationship between the locations of the faults and volcanoes and tectonic plates. Map of tectonic plates and their boundaries plate tectonics. Tectonic plates, volcanoes and earthquakes science learning hub. Also, known as litospheric plates, their movement is the main cause of earthquakes. When the frictional strain is overcome, the ground suddenly snaps along faults and fractures releasing energy as earthquakes. Section 3 earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics 227.
This set includes a tectonic plate map, the ring of fire, a volcano, an earthquake, and more. Subducting plates, where one tectonic plate is being driven under another, are associated with volcanoes and earthquakes. Aug 15, 2010 with detailed diagrams outlining the structure of continental and oceanic crust and the distribution of major plate motion, this book introduces readers to the range of activity that can shape or decimate an entire region. The dynamic earth, plate tectonics, laminated book depository.
Tectonic plates world map plate tectonics, world map. Rift valleys are formed because the tension in the crust makes the divergent boundary thinner in the middle. Scientists create tectonic map of game of thrones world. The dynamic earth map illustrates 17 major tectonic plates and highlights diffuse plate boundaries, convergent boundaries, spreading boundaries, fault zones, hot spots and notable earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Background map courtesty of scott walker digital cartography specialist, harvard college library.
World tectonic mapping activity objectives learn where volcanoes and earthquakes occur understand geography use critical thinking to find plate boundaries answer relevant discussion questions on worksheet procedure print the appropriate maps see materials for use. These tectonic plates rest upon the convecting mantle, which causes them to move. Tectonic plates and plate boundaries earthquakes at a plate. Earthquakes, volcanic activity, mountainbuilding, and oceanic trench formation occur along plate boundaries in zones that may be anything from a few kilometres to a few. Theory explaining these movements of plates is known as plate tectonics. Plate boundaries most of the world s earthquakes and volcanoes are found at or near the boundary between two tectonic plates. Using tectonic plates to draw terrain worldbuilding workshop. Global distribution of earthquakes and volcanoes plate. How do earthquakes and volcanoes line up with tectonic boundaries. Apply evidence of the locations of volcanoes and earthquakes to support the theory of plate tectonics.
Theory explaining these movements of plates is known as. The dynamic earth map illustrates plate tectonics and features stunning bathymetry and naturally colored relief, as well as volcano and earthquake data through. As you may recall, latitude and longitude are used when mapping a location. If a divergent boundary cuts through land, it forms a rift valley. This map shows how some of the worlds volcanoes and earthquakes occur along tectonic plate boundaries. Volcanoes and earthquakes both result from the movement of tectonic plates. This map highlights the plates of the earths crust and identifies the locations of the four major types of plate boundary. Wereldkaart dynamic earth plate tectonics, 92 x 61 cm national. Stettner, 2 with contributions by antonio villasenor, 4 and edited by katharine s. In particular, plate tectonics explains geologic features on the crust over a wide scale, such as the distribution of land and sea, the formation of mountains, earthquakes, and volcanism. By looking at each you can see a positive correlation between all three.
Online world map with booklet pdf format giving an account of plate tectonics, volcanology, earthquake activity, and impact craters. We are in unit 47 of layers of learning and todays science lesson was on plate. This dynamic planet world map of volcanoes, earthquakes, impact craters, and plate tectonics. Map of major tectonic plates and select great earthquakes. As demonstrated in the world map below, most of the 550 active volcanoes on earth are located along the margins of adjacent plates. Tectonic plates are pieces of the rocky outer layer of the earth known as the crust. Like pieces of a giant jigsaw puzzle, tectonic plates fit together to form the earths outer shell. Third edition published 2006 by tom simkin, 1 robert i. This map displays tectonic plates, all shaded differently, and the continents and oceans which constitute those tectonic plates. World map with fault lines tectonic plates names of major an.
This interactive relief and bathymetric map reveals tectonic plates, as well as world wide earthquakes and volcanoes. How did scientists map the tectonic plates around the world. Earthquakes occur most often at the boundaries between these tectonic plates, and less frequently in the middle of them. Map prepared by the united states geological survey.
You can see that many of them are right on or very close to the red lines crossing the pictures. These plates are constantly moving, and volcanoes and earthquakes are found at plate boundaries. Where plates come into contact, energy is released. The dynamic earth map illustrates 17 major tectonic plates and highlights diffuse plate boundaries, convergent boundaries, spreading boundaries, fault zones, hot spots, notable earthquakes and volcanic eruptions of the 20th and 21st centuries, earthquakes with a magnitude of greater than 6. Symbols white arrows show plate motion direction volcanoes generalized hot spot arrow direction of plate motion great earthquakes since 1900. Tectonic plates world map plate tectonics, world map design. Plate tectonics boundary activity essential questions. Convergent colliding boundaries are shown as a black line with teeth, divergent spreading boundaries as solid red lines, and transform sliding alongside boundaries as solid black lines. We completed this map during out study of plate tectonics, and students were able to use their completed map on the unit assessment. Map of major tectonic plates and select great earthquakes and.
What are tectonic plates tectonic movement dk find out. Plate tectonics world map of volcanoes, earthquakes, impact. According to the theory of plate tectonics, earth is an active planet. Where there are divergent boundaries, the plates are moving apart. Most of the worlds earthquakes and volcanoes are found at or near the boundary between two tectonic plates. I use this fun activity when teaching about tectonic plates. We will then analyze how properties of volcanoes are influenced by the crust and tectonic plate boundaries nearest them. How does the theory of plate tectonics explain the locations of volcanoes, earthquakes, and mountain belts on earth. Available also through the library of congress web site as a raster image. These features largely reflect the movements of earths major tectonic plates and many smaller plates or fragments of plates including microplates. Map the world tectonic plates paper poster measures 36 x 24 inches 91. Friction between the plates keeps them from sliding.
The dynamic earth, plate tectonics wall map poster size. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. This dynamic planetthis map shows the earths physiographic. Then a whole bunch of field geologists went round recording what rocks were where. Varying between 0 to 100mm per year, the movement of a plate is driven by convection in the underlying hot and viscous mantle. Well, first navigators, hydrographers, and surveyors made some really good maps of the whole planet. The direction of the movement of the plates is also marked on the map. Map the world tectonic plates paper poster measures 36. Seeing the different types of plates will help me map out the shape of them when i design my tectonic plates, depending on which sketch i decide to go with. When this occurs under the ocean, it creates new ocean floor. Plate tectonics world map of volcanoes, earthquakes, impact craters, and plate tectonics our most popular map. Ring of fire map major world volcanoes, active world volcanos map the ring of fire contains over 450 volcanoes and is home to approximately of the world s active volcanoes.
We added quakes and active volcanoes to the map using the second sheet plate. Some plates are crunching together, and may form mountains. Teach your students about plate tectonics using these classroom resources. Plate tectonics world map of volcanoes, earthquakes. Physical world map featuring subduction zones, earthquakes, volcanoes, hot spots, spreading centers, and transform faults. These will help shape your continents and geographical features. Those are the plates of the plate tectonic theory actually they are real, but nonvisible by eyemost of the time just in case, this is is the book. These plates move and interact with one another to produce earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain ranges, ocean trenches and other geologic processes and features.
The interaction of these plates causes earthquakes and volcanoes and shapes the earths crust into mountains, valleys and deepsea. The earths crust is split into pieces called tectonic plates. Teach students about earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics with this 27 piece plate tectonic set. Plate tectonics and the ring of fire national geographic. Consequently, most continental bedrock is far older than the oldest oceanic bedrock see back of map. World map showing plate boundaries blue lines, the distribution of recent earthquakes yellow dots and active volcanoes red triangles. Tectonic plates are of two types, namely oceanic crust and continental crust that differ in composition. How are earthquakes and volcanoes related to plate tectonics. How are the tectonic plates related to earthquakes and volcanoes. The evidence proves that there is a district relationship between seismic activity, volcanic activity, and the lithospheric plate boundaries. See also this dynamic planet, the map showing the earths physiographic features, current plate movements, and locations of volcanoes, earthquakes, and impact craters. Plates sliding past each other cause friction and heat. Mountains like the southern alps get a little taller every year.
A miniature inset on this tectonic map shows the 16 major plates worldwide. Interactive map of active volcanoes and recent earthquakes. May 22, 2019 even in the fantasy game of thrones world, geological processes like tectonic plate movement, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions would have been responsible for building the mountains and. This display would be effective for explaining how plate boundaries have effects on earth. Intro if you wanted to build your world right from the very start, from the earliest point and evolve it forward in a realistic manner, it is good to start with tectonic plates. Tectonic hazards can destroy buildings, infrastructure and cause deaths. After completing plate tectonics, we focused on earthquakes and volcanoes. These plates move and interact with one another to produce earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain ranges. This dynamic planet is a physical world map showing volcanoes, earthquakes, impact craters and plate tectonics. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions affect people all over the world. Thinking about the different types of plate boundaries, where do mountain ranges that do not include volcanoes occur and why. This is a map of the plate boundaries of the world. Tectonic plates, earthquakes, and volcanoes lesson plan for. This printable can be used as postunit assessment for earth science or volcanoes and.
Subducting plates melt into the mantle, and diverging plates create new crust material. There are 5 big tectonic plates and 12 other small tectonic plates. A world map of volcanoes, earthquakes, and plate tectonics. Nov, 2012 our earth is made of large pieces land masses called plates. What is the relationship between earthquakes and tectonic. With detailed diagrams outlining the structure of continental and oceanic crust and the distribution of major plate motion, this book introduces readers to the range of activity that can shape or. Tectonic plates, volcanoes and earthquakes science.
Click here to see a detailed map of the area highlighted in red. The devastation wrought by earthquakes and volcanoes often obscures the fact that these destructive forces are also some of the most creative on the planet, birthing planets and other landforms. Nova online teachers classroom activity deadly shadow of. The set includes 10 png color illustrations, 10 png gray scale black and white versions and 10 line v. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. World plate tectonics map thematic map of the worlds. Note that the maps in this document need to printed on legalsize. Analyze data on a world map that show relative plate motion to classify the types of movement at plate boundaries. Compare and contrast the different scientific theories that help society understand the. The theory of plate tectonics is now wellestablished and forms the basis of our current understanding of the structure and dynamics of our earth. Volcanoes and earthquakes by chiara maria petrone, roberto. Aug 16, 2018 a map showing some of the world s major and minor tectonic plates. Plate tectonics, volcanoes and earthquakes science learning hub. A tectonic world map done by national geographic called the dynamic earth.
Aug 18, 2014 if you look at a world map of tectonic plates, youll see new zealand sits at the edge of two plates. Plate tectonics living with earthquakes in the pacific. There are active volcanoes like white island or mt ruapheu and extinct. Its surface is composed of many individual plates that move and interact, constantly changing and reshaping earths outer layer. The new dynamic earth wall map illustrates plate tectonics and features new bathymetry and naturally colored relief, as well as current volcano and earthquake. Stewart 2 cartography and graphic design by will r. Map of map of tectonic plates and fault lines and travel information. Features pertaining to tectonic activity, including earthquake zones, volcanic regions, hotspots and rift valleys, are also shown. This dynamic planet map global volcanism program resources. Nov 3, 2015 plate tectonics world map of volcanoes, earthquakes, impact craters, and plate tectonics our most popular map. With detailed diagrams outlining the structure of continental and oceanic crust and the distribution of major plate motion, this book introduces readers to the range of activity that can shape. Patterns of earthquakes and volcanoes scientists study and record seismic data and volcanic activity in order to support the theory of plate tectonics. Investigating the patterns produced by volcanoes and earthquakes.
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