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Effects of the Motions of Tectonic Plates Worksheet From Visualizing Earth Science, by Merali, Z., and Skinner, B. J, 2009, Hoboken, NJ: Wiley. Copyright 2009 by Wiley. Adapted with permission. Part 1 This diagram was similar to one Alfred Wegener drew to show the distribution of continents 300 million years ago. His theory of continental drift was met with skepticism in the scientific community. Describe three forms of evidence Wegener used to support his ideas of continental drift. Years later, the continental drift theory reemerged as plate tectonic theory, with two additional pieces of evidence. Refer to the images above. Discuss in detail the two pieces of additional evidence that supported Wegener’s theory, now known as the theory of plate tectonics. Part 2 Write paragraph answers to the following questions using what you have learned from Visualizing Earth Science and the assigned WileyPlus® GeoDiscoveries®. How does the motion of the tectonic plates affect the climate? How does the motion of the tectonic plates affect the geography? How does the motion of the tectonic plates affect the distribution of organisms? Part 3 Earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis have all been linked to plate movement. Indicate how plate movement would create them. Earthquakes: Volcanoes: Tsunamis: Part 4

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Write at least a 700-word paper in which you describe how the Yellowstone National Park was formed according to the theory of plate tectonics. Include the following:

· Explain the theory of plate tectonics.

· Identify factors that influence the location and intensity of earthquakes and volcanoes for the region you have chosen.

· Describe the main movement within the plate tectonics theory that shaped the form and composition of your selected region. Include regional features such as mountains, rivers, lakes, oceans, and deserts.

· Discuss the various geological events that occurred in your selected region.

· Describe the various types of rocks that these geological events formed.

· Examine the relationship between the characteristics of these rocks and the geological events.

· Discuss the importance and economic value of these rocks in your selected region.

Cite at least two other sources in addition to your text.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.