MS-ESS2-2. Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earth's surface at varying time and spatial scales.
MS-ESS2-3 Analyze and interpret data on the distribution of fossils and rocks, continental shapes, and seafloor structures to provide evidence of the past plate motions.
This is the theory that Earth's outer layer is made up of large, moving pieces called plates. All of Earth's land and water sit on these plates. The plates are made of solid rock. Under the plates is a weaker layer of partially melted rock. The plates are constantly moving over this weaker layer.
We're all slow drifting on the Earth's tectonic plates.
If we drift too far we're gonna lose some coastal states.
When they rub together they make the earth rumble and shake
'cause we're all slow drifting on the Earth's tectonic plates
Convergent boundaries occur when plates crash together
They form mountain ranges where we can ski in cold weather
This collision forces one plate into the earth
Where the Plates rocks are melted and prepared for rebirth
Divergent Boundaries are caused when plates pull apart
The space between them is where an earthen rift starts
Magma seeps up on through the remaining cracks
And forms new crust so the earth's surface never lacks
Use Google Drawing to create a diagram and flowchart that demonstrates the answer to the question, "How does the Theory of Plate Tectonics support the Theories of Continental Drift and Sea Floor Spreading?"
In doing this activity you will develop a model to describe unobservable mechanisms.
A complete diagram includes
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