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mantle convection
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The Hidden Forces: Why Do Tectonic Plates Move?
Long before plate tectonics became a cornerstone of Earth science, ancient cultures noticed the slow but inexorable shift of landmasses. The fit of South...
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The Hidden Forces: Why Do Crustal Plates Move?
The forces driving this movement are both ancient and relentless. Heat from the planet’s core stirs the molten rock beneath the crust, creating currents that...