CONCEPT - GEOLOGIC MOVEMENT


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The Biggest Plates on Earth - NOAA Ocean Explorer


Lesson Plan 

Summary
Students use maps of the Pacific Basin to determine tectonic plate movement and  differentiate the three types of boundaries that typically occur between tectonic plates.

Concept: Geologic movement
Ocean and land movement has shaped the geologic features of the earth.

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The Galapagos Spreading Center - NOAA Ocean Explorer


Lesson Plan 

Summary
Students use a model to illustrate seafloor spreading and the formation of new seafloor using the Galapagos Spreading Center system as an example.

Concept: Geologic movement
Ocean and land movement has shaped the geologic features of the earth.

Education Standards