This report describes how to build a model of the outer 300 km (180 miles) of the Earth that can be used to develop a better understanding of the principal features of plate tectonics, including sea-floor spreading, the pattern of magnetic stripes frozen into the sea floor, transform faulting, thrust faulting, subduction, and volcanism. In addition to a paper copy of this report, the materials required are a cardboard shoebox, glue, scissors, straight edge, and safety razor blade.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1999 |
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Title | How to build a model illustrating sea-floor spreading and subduction |
DOI | 10.3133/ofr99132 |
Authors | J.C. Lahr |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
Series Title | Open-File Report |
Series Number | 99-132 |
Index ID | ofr99132 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |