22.5.1 - Mantle Convection
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What is mantle convection?
💡 Hint: Think about how heat affects the movements underground.
How does mantle convection affect tectonic plates?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between heat and movement in the mantle.
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What drives mantle convection?
💡 Hint: Think about the source of heat in the Earth.
True or False: Tectonic plates move randomly on the Earth's surface.
💡 Hint: Consider the connection to mantle processes.
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Analyze how mantle convection can impact the formation of mountain ranges.
💡 Hint: Consider the forces at play when tectonic plates interact.
Evaluate the role of mantle convection in the occurrence of volcanic activity.
💡 Hint: Investigate how the movement of magma relates to plate interactions and convection.
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