alleryWhat drives the slow movement of tectonic plates?
ATides from the Moon
BWinds in the atmosphere
CConvection in the mantle
DRivers flowing to sea
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Convection in the mantle
Density differences inside the mantle set up convection currents that slowly push the plates.
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