2007-09-16 06:40:49 · 3 answers · asked by Ellie 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
A transform boundary is also known as a strike-slip fault. On these boundaries, the tectonic plates move past each other, traveling in opposite directions, and generally staying at the same elevations, either left laterally or right laterally. A good example of a transform boundary is the San Andreas Fault.
2007-09-16 07:25:42 · answer #1 · answered by Lady Geologist 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Geomatic is correct. Transform boundaries (transform fault boundaries) are margins where two tectonic plates grind past each other horozontally, w/o production or destruction of the the crust & upper mantle, or lithosphere (as w/ divergent or convergent boundaries) . Most transform faults are in ocean basins, but some cut through continental crust, like the San Andreas. Transform boundaries are associated with earthquakes.
2007-09-16 10:07:20 · answer #2 · answered by SamB12 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What Is A Transform Plate
2016-12-12 08:58:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋