Which statement characterizes tectonic plates?
A) They move in the atmosphere.
B) They produce mountains.
C) They are composed of core.
D) They produce ocean water.

Question

Which statement characterizes tectonic plates? 
A) They move in the atmosphere. 
B) They produce mountains. 
C) They are composed of core. 
D) They produce ocean water.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Tectonic plates are large pieces of Earth's lithosphere (crust and uppermost part of the mantle) that move and interact with each other, producing geological features such as mountains, earthquakes, and volcanoes.

Which Statement Characterizes Tectonic Plates