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Plate Tectonics with Robert Constanteau

Offered By: UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of plate tectonics in this 35-minute lecture by Robert Constanteau from the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute. Delve into the study of geology, continental drift, and mid-ocean ridges. Discover the concept of deep time and its relation to the solar system. Examine divergent plate boundaries using a world map, and learn about volcanoes, earthquakes, explosive eruptions, and tsunamis. Gain valuable insights into Earth's dynamic processes through this comprehensive overview, followed by a Q&A session to address any lingering questions.

Syllabus

Introduction
Who studies Earth
Geology
Continental Drift
MidOcean Ridge
Early 70s
Deep Time
Solar System
Divergent Plate Boundaries
World Map
Volcanoes
Earthquakes
Explosive eruptions
Tsunamis
Summary
QA
Questions


Taught by

UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI

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