What are Plate Tectonics?
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In this episode I give an overview of plate tectonics by explaining their movements and characteristics. I discuss the different types of plate boundaries, the formation of mountain ranges and volcanoes, and the evidence supporting tectonics, including paleomagnetism, earthquakes, and the distribution of fossils.  00:33 Understanding Tectonic Plates and Their Movements 02:11 Exploring Plate Boundaries and Their Effects 04:51 Evidence Supporting Plate Tectonics Theory
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