Divergent boundaries within continents initially produce rifts, which eventually become rift valleys. At the subduction zones, which are associated with convergent plate boundaries, intermediate and deepfocus earthquakes mark the location of the upper part of a dipping lithosphere slab. In the oceans, this has produced the mid ocean ridge system, which can also be described as a global range of underwater mountains. Do continental and oceanic boundaries ever diverge. Plate boundary zones broad belts in which boundaries are not well defined and the effects of plate interaction are unclear. Plate tectonics begin at midoceanic ridges where plates are moving apart. Plates move apart to produce gaps which is molten lava. Hence it is also called as constructive plate boundaries. By divergentandsuch ongoing updated jan 23, 2014 embed story share via email read new reading list. Current research indicates that complex convection within the earths mantle allows material to rise to the base of the lithosphere beneath each divergent plate boundary.
Beatrice, the main character, has different results than others. Divergent is the debut novel of american novelist veronica roth, published by harper collins childrens books in 2011. The effects of divergent boundaries by douglas guzman on prezi. Lithospheric plates are regions of earths crust and upper mantle that are fractured into plates that move across a deeper plasticine mantle. In terms of plate tectonics, divergent boundaries are areas under tension where lithospheric plates are pushed apart by magma upwelling from the mantle. Other articles where divergent plate boundary is discussed. An oceanic ridge marks divergent plate boundaries in the ocean basins. Divergent boundaries also form volcanic islands, which occur when the plates move apart to produce gaps that molten lava rises to fill. This current pushes up on the bottom of the lithosphere, lifting it and flowing beneath it. The melting temperature of rock decreases as the pressure on the rock decreases. What is a good example of a divergent plate boundary.
Recorded during a 2007 teacher workshop on earthquakes and tectonics. Convergent boundaries are created when one plate goes under another plate and crust is destroyed. Divergent is the gripping story of a dystopian world transformed by courage, selfsacrifice, and love. All the characters are very realistic and how they are developed makes you feel sorry for them when something bad happens. Divergent boundaries occur along spreading centers where plates are moving apart and new crust is created by magma pushing up from the mantle. They are also known as constructive boundaries as new rock is created in the process. Aug 31, 2009 divergent boundaries are one of the biproducts of plate tectonics. Perfect for established fans who want to own the full divergent library or readers new to the series, this box set includes divergent, insurgent, allegiant, and four. The gap between plates at divergent boundaries is filled with a. A divergent boundary is a place where the convection currents in the mantle move upwards. In plate tectonics, a divergent boundary or divergent plate boundary also known as a constructive boundary or an extensional boundary is a linear feature that exists between two tectonic plates that are moving away from each other. Apr 15, 2015 moving of divergent plate boundaries divergent plate boundaries are located where plates are moving away from each other.
An example of a divergent boundary is the midatlantic ridge. We start divergent by meeting beatrice prior, who has no nintendo and only one mirror in her houseand that mirror is usually hidden. Divergent boundaries happen when plates separate from one another and new crust is formed. As the name implies, divergent boundaries are formed when two adjacent tectonic plates separate, i. Choose from 500 different sets of divergent plate boundaries flashcards on quizlet. Most active divergent plate boundaries occur between oceanic. Beatrice was born into the abnegation faction, and though her familymom, dad, slightly older brother calebtotally rock the abnegation lifestyle, beatrice isnt so great at it. The rising current pushes up on the bottom of the lithosphere, lifting it and flowing laterally beneath it. A companion volume to the worldwide bestselling divergent series, told from the perspective of tobias. The novel is the first of the divergent trilogy, a series of young adult dystopian novels set in a divergent universe. Divergent, convergent, and transform there are three types of tectonic plate boundaries. Because plates pull apart from each other at divergent plates, lava spews out to create the youngest geological rocks on earth another example of a divergent plate is at the african major plate where its in the process of rifting apart into two.
When two plates move away from each other they are called diverging. This upwelling of magma splits and push the earths crust apart. Divergent boundaries happen when plates separate from one. The first way two cars can move relative to each other is in divergent directions, like passing a car going the other way. Divergent plate boundaries are zones where lithospheric plates move apart from one another. What is created when two oceanic boundaries diverge. This is when under the plate the molten lavarock heats up in the lower layers and then rises due to its lower density so that the. Divergent plates are when two plates move away from each other and create trenches or ocean ridges. They are characterized by tensional stresses that typically produce long rift zones, normal faults, and basaltic volcanism. Mar 20, 20 divergent plate boundaries are tectonic plate boundaries that move away from one another. This process usually happens at the plate boundaries in the ocean. Subduction is the process where two tectonic plates.
The novel divergent features a postapocalyptic version of chicago and follows beatrice tris prior as she explores her identity within a society that. At divergent plate margins, plates are moving apart and new lithosphere is being created. Convergent plates are when two plates push against each other and collide. Apply different tectonic forces to plate boundaries. Illustration of the main types of plate boundaries 55 k divergent boundaries divergent boundaries occur along spreading centers where plates are moving apart and new crust is created by magma pushing up from the mantle. The process that makes this happen is the process of convection. Divergent series ultimate fourbook box set veronica roth. Moving of divergent plate boundaries divergent plate boundaries are located where plates are moving away from each other. They are also known as destructive boundaries as rock is lost and melted in the process. The short set of assessment questions tests your understanding of it as well as related geological terms and phenomena. Click on the video to hear author veronica roth discuss the beautifully designed collectors edition, on sale now.
Most divergent boundaries are located along midocean oceanic ridges although some are on land. Divergent boundaries are places of the earth where plates are moving away from one another. When they diverge, new lithosphere is being formed by accretion. Brian lazos plate tectonics project plate tectonics tectonic plates plates sectioned of earths crust and mantle that move across the earth as stated. Divergent boundaries are one of the biproducts of plate tectonics. The gap between plates at divergent boundaries is filled. As the name implies, divergent boundaries are formed when two adjacent tectonic. At divergent boundaries, the earths tectonic plates pull apart from each other. The vast majority of divergent boundaries are found in the ocean, where they were not mapped or understood until the midtolate 20th century. The effects of divergent boundaries what is a divergent boundary quiz time 1. If youre behind a web filter, please make sure that the domains.
I enjoyed the brilliant world which she has created based on different skills people have and interesting characters were captivating. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Divergent by veronica roth was a refreshing read amongst few other ya dystopian books i have read. Divergent plate boundaries result when the earths plates. See all 47 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Learn divergent plate boundaries with free interactive flashcards. Divergent series ultimate fourbook box set veronica. Plate tectonics geological features of divergent plate boundaries if youre seeing this message, it means were having trouble loading external resources on our website. Here fresh lava reaches the surface, creating underseas mountains, volcanos that sometimes reach the surface as in iceland. Divergent boundaries divergent boundaries occur along spreading centers where plates are moving apart and new crust is created by magma pushing up from the mantle. This contrasts with convergent boundaries, where the plates are colliding, or converging, with each other. Apr 08, 2016 the best example is mid atlantic ridge. Apr 02, 20 the plates are of equal specific gravity approx 2. Pgtheres some kissing and some straddling and theres some talk about sex.
The different factions they can get are, dauntless, abnegation, amity, candor, and erudite. Chapter 1 we start divergent by meeting beatrice prior, who has no nintendo and only one mirror in her houseand that mirror is usually hidden. So we pretty much already know this is a terrible world. However i think that not enough was given about some of the characters, but its fine because of the fact that it is the first book. The midocean ridges are places where mantle asthenosphere rises slowly upward.
There are three types of tectonic plate boundaries. This lateral flow causes the plate material above to be dragged along in the direction of flow. Map of the midocean ridge system in red, which marks the divergent plate boundaries around the world. At divergent boundaries, lithospheric plates move apart and crust is created. The developing boundary between two spreading continental plates is known as a continental rift. Review of convergent and divergent plate boundaries. Divergence of two plate boundaries causes the fracture in landforms.
Gain a new perspective on these powerful phenomena with. Picture two giant conveyor belts, facing each other but slowly moving in opposite directions as they transport newly formed oceanic crust away from the. Divergent major events timeline timetoast timelines. The diagram above shows how this process works over time. The nazca plate and south american plate is an example of a convergent boundary. Once the kid turn 16, they must take an aptitude test to determine what faction they belong in. As the two plates move apart, magma from the mantle rises to the surface, forming underwater. Continental continental plate boundaries are usually convergent rather than divergent. Lithospheric plates are regions of earth s crust and upper mantle that are fractured into plates that move across a deeper plasticine mantle. Divergent plate boundaries or how do you make an ocean. Divergent plate boundary in terms of plate tectonics, divergent boundaries are areas under tension where lithospheric plates are pushed apart by magma upwelling from the mantle.
For example, observe how the atlantic ocean formed. The earth has 70,000 km of continuous volcanoes under the ocean. Divergent boundaries occur at the mid ocean ridges. Apr 29, 2015 this video describes the characteristics of divergent plate boundaries including the distribution of earthquakes, the elevation of the sea floor, and the age of the rocks along the oceanic ridge. The divergent boundary is an important concept in geology. These boundaries can create two things, a rift valley, or a new sea floor at a midocean ridge. Divergent boundaries exist both on the ocean floor and on land. Unlike convergent boundaries, divergence occurs between only oceanic or only continental plates, not one of each.
When the two plates collide, a process called subduction occurs. Divergent series ultimate fourbook collection by veronica roth veronica roth is the new york times bestselling author of divergent, insurgent, allegiant, four. Divergent plate boundaries are locations where plates are moving away from one another. Picture two giant conveyor belts, facing each other but slowly moving in opposite directions as they transport newly formed oceanic crust away from the ridge crest. The two plates move away in opposite directions and in between fills with molten rock from below creating new sea floor. Taking place in a futuristic chicago in which society is divided into five factions, divergent is the gripping story of a dystopian world transformed by courage, selfsacrifice, and love. Whats create when two continental boundaries diverge. Jan 04, 2009 divergent boundaries occur along spreading centers where plates are moving apart and new crust is created by magma pushing up from the mantle. This video describes the characteristics of divergent plate boundaries including the distribution of earthquakes, the elevation of the sea.
The earth has several major tectonic plates, which are sections of unbroken crust. Divergent boundaries exist where tectonic plates move apart from each other. Zones where plates move apart formation of new lithosphere rising magma creates new lithosphere at trailing edge plate boundary not here old boundary plate boundary here. Most commonly this is the case at midoceanic ridges, where two oceanic plates move apart. This video describes the characteristics of divergent plate boundaries including the distribution of earthquakes, the elevation of the sea floor, and the age of the rocks along the oceanic ridge. Video lecture on divergent, transform, and convergent types of plate boundaries. Divergent plate boundaries are where two plates move away from each other. The two plates must be an oceanic plate and a continental plate. Divergent boundaries two ocean plates are pulling away from each other hot magma moves out of the mantle and oozes in the form of lava the farther the sea floor crust is from the opening, the older it is. The four pieces includedthe transfer, the initiate, the son, and the traitorplus three additional exclusive scenes, give readers a fascinating glimpse into the history and heart of tobias, and set. Divergent plate boundaries are tectonic plate boundaries that move away from one another.