| A divergent boundary is one of three major types of plate boundaries defined in plate tectonic theory. |
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| Prepare a time line that illustrates the evolution of our understanding of plate tectonic theory. |
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| It was during his 28 years at the university that his most significant contributions to plate tectonic theory were made. |
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| The plate tectonic theory explains these events, as well as the distribution of certain types and ages of rocks. |
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| The plate tectonic theory helps to explain the geologic differences between the ocean floor and the continents. |
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| According to the plate tectonic theory, the lithosphere is not one solid block, but rather several pieces called plates. |
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| Simple concepts of a sharp boundary, for example, between the lithosphere and the asthenosphere have been useful in making first-order predictions from plate tectonic theory. |
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| Plate tectonic theory led to a resurgence in tectonic geomorphology and long-term landscape development and relief, and controversy over the interactions between mountain range uplift and the climate system. |
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