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Learning Check Point

Please take a moment to think about what you have learned in this section, then answer the question below to test your knowledge.

At this point you should be able to explain discuss the differences between the layers of the Earth and the different types of boundaries that exist between the plates.

Question 1 - Essay

List the three different layers of the Earth starting from the outside and ending in the center.

Question 2 - Multiple Choice

The east coast of North America is considered a(an) _________ type of plate tectonic margin whereas the west coast is considered a (an) ________ type of plate tectonic margin.

Passive, Passive
Active, Active
Active, Passive
Passive, Active

These materials are part of a collection of classroom-tested modules and courses developed by InTeGrate. The materials engage students in understanding the earth system as it intertwines with key societal issues. The collection is freely available and ready to be adapted by undergraduate educators across a range of courses including: general education or majors courses in Earth-focused disciplines such as geoscience or environmental science, social science, engineering, and other sciences, as well as courses for interdisciplinary programs.
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