Plate Tectonics In Action

Map of the Earth with the continents and underlying tectonic plates outlined. Caption: is made up of many tectonic plates

The geologic processes of mountain building, seafloor spreading and volcanoes are a few examples of the power of plate tectonics. Footage filmed on-location in Iceland, the Canadian Rockies, and Crater Lake help viewers understand the theory of plate tectonics. Colorful animations illustrate the movement of tectonic plates and the role this plays in the development of geologic features. Other terminology includes: theory of continental drift, mid-ocean ridge, plate boundaries, subduction, convergent boundary, and divergent boundary.

(Source: DCMP)

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Keywords:
earthquakes, geology

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  • Plate Tectonics In Action

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    Visual Learning Company
    Length:
    17 minutes