Plate tectonics is the unifying theory that explains the past and current movements of the rocks at Earth’s surface and provides a framework for understanding its geologic history. Plate movements are responsible for most continental and ocean-floor featu

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Derived Statement

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2013-04-09

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Next Generation Science Standards

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Yes

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9, 10, 11, 12

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Science

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DCI.ESS2.B.9-12.6

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Description en-US: Plate tectonics is the unifying theory that explains the past and current movements of the rocks at Earth’s surface and provides a framework for understanding its geologic history. Plate movements are responsible for most continental and ocean-floor features and for the distribution of most rocks and minerals within Earth’s crust.

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