Practice Ridge Push - 22.5.3 | 22. Tectonic Plate Theory | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What is ridge push?

💡 Hint: Think about the force of something elevated.

Question 2

Easy

Which ocean feature is primarily associated with ridge push?

💡 Hint: Where do you see new oceanic crust being formed?

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Question 1

What is the primary force behind ridge push?

  • Convection currents
  • Gravity
  • Magnetic forces

💡 Hint: Think about the role of elevation and weight.

Question 2

True or False: Ridge push is a mechanism that solely causes earthquakes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider that many factors influence seismic activity.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the approximate plate movement contributed by ridge push if a mid-ocean ridge has an elevation of 2 km and the average gravitational acceleration is 9.8 m/s².

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between elevation and gravitational force applied.

Question 2

Discuss the implications of ridge push on coastal communities near mid-ocean ridges. What effects might they experience?

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship of geological movement to human infrastructure.

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