Plate Tectonics Crossword

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Across
  1. 5. An area where one tectonic plate goes under another and sinks into the mantle, often creating volcanoes and earthquakes.
  2. 8. The thin, outer layer of the Earth where we live; it includes both the land and ocean floor.
  3. 10. The very center of the Earth, made mostly of iron and nickel, and is extremely hot.
  4. 11. A place where two tectonic plates move away from each other, often forming new land, like at mid-ocean ridges.
  5. 12. A crack or break in the Earth's crust where movement happens, often leading to earthquakes.
Down
  1. 1. A place where two tectonic plates slide past each other, often causing earthquakes.
  2. 2. The thick layer of rock between the Earth's crust and core; it is solid but can flow slowly over time.
  3. 3. A huge ocean wave usually caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption.
  4. 4. A spot where two tectonic plates push toward each other, which can create mountains or deep ocean trenches.
  5. 6. A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movement of tectonic plates.
  6. 7. An opening in the Earth’s surface where lava, ash, and gases can escape from below, often found near tectonic plate boundaries.
  7. 9. A supercontinent that existed millions of years ago when all of Earth's land was joined together in one big landmass.