Plate Tectonics - National Geographic Society
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WebMar 7, 2024 · Article. Vocabulary. Plate tectonics is a scientific theory that explains how major landforms are created as a result of Earth’s subterranean movements. The theory, which solidified in the 1960s, transformed the earth sciences by explaining many phenomena, including mountain building events, volcanoes, and earthquakes.
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