Tectonic plates they are large blocks that make up the Earth’s lithosphere and are in constant motion, pushed by the forces of the Earth’s interior. Through studies, it was possible to find out what happened in a billion years on these plates. So, in today’s article, we’re going to show you what happened in the tectonic plate shift over that time period.
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Movement of tectonic plates
The movement of tectonic plates is directly linked to climate, tidal patterns, animal evolution, volcanic activity and metal production. Therefore, it can be said that the study of this movement is essential to understand the changes that occurred on the planet in that period.
This study is carried out through geological records, which provide data on the historical positions of the tectonic plates. This study allows scientists to predict how habitable planet Earth will be in the future and where we will find metallic resources.
Scientists have struggled to understand this movement and its influence on earth and have managed, through a 40-second video, to demonstrate changes in tectonic plates over a billion years.
How do the plates move?
Such movement occurs slowly and gradually, that is, it gradually affects changes in the soil. It is possible to see that Antarctica, known worldwide for being a cold and frozen place, was once a warm and ideal place to spend the summer holidays.
The video allows us to visualize this slow and gradual movement in an extremely dynamic way, promoting a mesmerizing dance for your eyes in just 40 seconds.
Despite having a lot of knowledge about this movement, scientists still have doubts about the early formation of these plates and some more specific details. They constantly fight to clear these doubts and promote an understanding that is better every day.
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