Magnetism and Plate Tectonics Quick Check
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Question
What can scientists learn from magnetic striping patterns? Select the three correct answers. (2 points)
Responses
the speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate
the location of ancient faults caused by seismic activity.
the direction plates are moving relative to each other
the cause of magnetic pole reversals
the year the next magnetic reversal will take place
the exact location of the next earthquake along the California coast
The three correct answers are:
1. The direction plates are moving relative to each other
2. The cause of magnetic pole reversals
3. The speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate
The three correct answers are:
1. The speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate.
2. The direction plates are moving relative to each other.
3. The cause of magnetic pole reversals.
To determine the correct answers, let's go through each option:
1. The speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate: Scientists can analyze magnetic striping patterns to measure the rate of subduction and understand the movement of tectonic plates.
2. The location of ancient faults caused by seismic activity: Magnetic striping patterns can provide information about the history of seismic activity and the location of ancient faults.
3. The direction plates are moving relative to each other: By studying magnetic striping patterns, scientists can determine the direction and movement of tectonic plates relative to each other.
4. The cause of magnetic pole reversals: Magnetic striping patterns are key in understanding magnetic pole reversals and the dynamics of Earth's magnetic field.
5. The year the next magnetic reversal will take place: Magnetic striping patterns alone cannot predict the exact timing of the next magnetic reversal.
6. The exact location of the next earthquake along the California coast: Magnetic striping patterns are not directly related to earthquake predictions or determining the exact location of future earthquakes.
Based on this analysis, the correct answers are:
- The speed of one plate as it subducts below another plate
- The location of ancient faults caused by seismic activity
- The direction plates are moving relative to each other