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Earth structure and global tectonics
Quick questions on The lithosphere, mantle plumes and hotspots: oceanic and continental lithosphere, isostasy and intraplate volcanism - Eduqas A-Level Geology
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What is the basis of the Component 3 lithosphere option?Show answer
The structure, behaviour and intraplate volcanism of the lithosphere are not just background; they are the foundation of the optional geology of the lithosphere topic in Component 3. A secure grasp of oceanic versus continental lithosphere, isostasy and hotspots is what that option builds on.
What is q1?Show answer
State two differences between oceanic and continental lithosphere. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Explain why the land in Scandinavia is still rising long after the ice sheets melted. [3 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain why a chain of hotspot islands gets older away from the active volcano. [3 marks]
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