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Evaluate how plate tectonics theory helps our understanding of the distribution of seismic and volcanic events (40 Marks)

Plate tectonics is the understanding of how the planets differing oceanic and continental crust fit together and indeed how our earth works. Plate tectonics are an essential condition in order to have ...

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How do you approach the 40 mark essay?

We will go through dividing up the essay - explaining the content required in each section. It is always important to have a conceise introduction outlining your argument, with the conclusion relating ...

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What is a hotspot?

A hotspot is a small area within the mantle which is of a higher temperature than the area surrounding it, and is usually associated with volcanic activity.

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What is longshore drift?

Longshore drift refers to the movement (or transportation) of sediment along a coastline, by the waves. The prevailing wind determines the angle at which the swash (th...

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how are caves formed?

caves are mostly formed on cliffs facing the ocean. If you go through in your head the conditions of that cliff it should help you answer this question. If the cliff is facing the ocean then waves will...

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