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Recognize the effects of earthquakes and volcanoes.
Access Point #: SC.7.E.6.Su.4
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  • SC.7.E.6.5: Explore the scientific theory of plate tectonics by describing how the movement of Earth's crustal plates causes both slow and rapid changes in Earth's surface, including volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and mountain building.
  • SC.7.E.6.7: Recognize that heat flow and movement of material within Earth causes earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, and creates mountains and ocean basins.
Access Point Information
Number:
SC.7.E.6.Su.4
Category:
Supported
Date Adopted or Revised:
02/08
Big Idea:
Earth Structures : Over geologic time, internal and external sources of energy have continuously altered the features of Earth by means of both constructive and destructive forces. All life, including human civilization, is dependent on Earth's internal and external energy and material resources.
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