File:Platse tect2 nl.svg
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The key principle of plate tectonics is that the lithosphere exists as separate and distinct tectonic plates, which float on the fluid-like (visco-elastic solid) asthenosphere. The relative fluidity of the asthenosphere allows the tectonic plates to undergo motion in different directions. Note: That the Indian and Australian plate aren't separated; they are together forming the Indo-Australian Plate * 1 Synopsis on development * 2 Key principles * 3 Types of plate boundaries o 3.1 Transform (conservative) boundaries o 3.2 Divergent (constructive) boundaries o 3.3 Convergent (destructive) boundaries * 4 Driving forces of plate motion o 4.1 Friction o 4.2 Gravitation o 4.3 External forces o 4.4 Relative significance of each mechanism * 5 Major plates o 5.1 Continental drift o 5.2 Floating continents o 5.3 Plate tectonic theory + 5.3.1 Explanation of magnetic striping + 5.3.2 Subduction discovered + 5.3.3 Mapping with earthquakes o 5.4 Geological paradigm shift * 6 Biogeographic implications on fauna and flora * 7 Plate tectonics on other planets * 8 Metaphoric uses * 9 See also * 10 References * 11 External links |
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2008-09-18 09:30 (UTC) |
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This is a retouched picture, which means that it has been digitally altered from its original version. Modifications: translated English words into Dutch. The original can be viewed here: Plates_tect2_en.svg. Modifications made by Lies Van Rompaey. |
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- 2006-12-26T21:54:44Z AzaToth 4217x3169 (460986 Bytes) if it's small, and it's an svg, lets then resize it :)
- 2006-01-26T00:42:41Z Scott Nash 682x462 (461282 Bytes) Tectonic plate map with its relative movements. Translated from [[Image:Placas_tect2_pt_BR.svg]].
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