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5.2.B

There are internal processes and sources of energy within the geosphere that cause changes in Earth‘s crustal plates

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2008-09-07 13:44:14

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5.2.B.a

Explain convection currents are the result of uneven heating inside the mantle resulting in the melting of rock materials, convection of magma, eruption/flow of magma, and movement of crustal plates

Missouri DOE
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2008-09-08 09:45:31

5.2.B.b

Explain how rock layers are affected by the folding, breaking, and uplifting of rock layers due to plate motion

Missouri DOE
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2008-09-08 09:45:37

5.2.B.c

Describe how the movement of crustal plates can cause earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that can result in mountain building and trench formation

Missouri DOE
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2008-09-08 09:45:43
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