The earth’s lithosphere is divided into huge slabs of solid rock called tectonic plates. Which of the tectonic plates listed below is NOT a major tectonic plate?

In what tectonic plate are most of the islands in the Philippines found?

The crust is composed of the most common igneous rocks, basalt and granite. Basalt is dark and dense while granite is light and less dense. What type of rock makes up most of the oceanic crust?

What type of rock makes up most of the continental crust?

Which statement does NOT correctly describe the tectonic plates?

What is Plate Tectonics Theory?

How do scientists determine the epicenter of an earthquake?

Why do most earthquake epicenters exist along plate boundaries?

I. blocks of rock drop-down at the divergence of plates

II. asthenosphere moves due to convection current

III. rocks slip past each other in the boundaries

IV. subducting plates instantly slide

Where are mountain belts most likely found?

Where are most of the active volcanoes found?

What do earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountains have in common?

Which BEST describes the distribution of mountain ranges on the earth’s surface?

Which explains the presence of volcanoes in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao?

Where do most shallow earthquakes originate?

What is the BEST thing to do to prepare for the occurrence of natural hazards like earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions?