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Quarter 1 – Week 5: Processes and Landforms Along Plate Boundaries

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 WEEKLY LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS
Science 10, Quarter 1, Week 5

PROCESSES AND LANDFORMS ALONG PLATE BOUNDARIES

Name: Section:

Most Essential Learning Competency:

Explain the different processes that occur along the plate boundaries
(S10ES-Ia-j-36.3)

Learning Objectives:
1. Explain the processes that occur when the continental plate and oceanic
plate collide.
2. Determine the consequences of colliding continental plate and oceanic plate.
3. Explain the processes that occur when two oceanic plates collide.
4. Determine the consequences of two colliding oceanic plates.
5. Explain the processes that occur if two continental plates collide.

Time Allotment: 4 hours

Key Concepts
• Convergent Plate Boundaries
Interactions along convergent boundaries involve the collision of pairs of
plates where oceanic lithosphere is often destroyed at subduction zones.
Convergent boundaries come in three varieties depending upon the type of crust
or plate that is involved across a subduction zone.

• Oceanic vs. Continental Plate Collision

When an oceanic crust converges with a continental crust, a crack between
the crusts underwater, called trench, is formed. Since the oceanic crust has
greater mass due to the presence of water on it, so, its density also is greater.
This causes it to dive down or subduct under the overriding plate, the continental
plate. Subduction is the process by which a plate dives under a less dense plate.
At the mantle, the leading edge of the subducting plate melts or becomes fluid. It
turns into a hot molten material which we call magma.

Oceanic crust Continental

Figure 1. Convergence of oceanic and continental crust

Source: Self-Learning Module 10, DepEd- La Union, Region I

Author: Francis Rex M. Dequia

School/Station: Libertad National High School (Bunawan III)
Division: Agusan del Sur
Email address: francisrex.dequia@deped.gov.ph
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 Due to the heat in the mantle, the magma builds up a pressure that enables
it to push the ground above it. The column of rising magma is called a mantle
plume. When there is volcanic activity such as an eruption, the ground moves,
and so an earthquake is felt. Because subduction continues, a group of
volcanoes, called volcanic arc, is formed at the surface of the continental crust
along the boundary where the two crusts converged.
The movement of the ground may cause a disturbance in the ocean. The
water may flip or kick upwards to a few meters high. This is what we call
tsunamis, a Japanese term for harbor wave. This event is very dangerous when
it moves inland, destroying lives and properties.

• Oceanic vs. Oceanic Plate Collision

Figure 2. Convergence of two oceanic crusts

Source: Self-Learning Module 10, DepEd- La Union, Region I

The figure above shows two crusts underwater, so they are both oceanic
crusts. There is a boundary line between the crusts, a trench. It is a crack on the
crust which is underwater.
The convergence of two oceanic crusts results in some similar events
compared to the first type of convergence. Tsunamis may be formed.
Earthquakes may happen. There is also subduction because one plate is denser
than the other. The front part of the subducting plate becomes magma upon
reaching the mantle. Then it builds up pressure due to heat, pushes the crust
above it, forming a volcano. This is a continuous process. Since the plates are
moving, the volcano will move with the plate. It becomes extinct when it is no
longer above the magma deposit in the mantle. A new volcano will then be formed.
This series of volcanoes is called volcanic island arc since it is surrounded by
water.
This explains why the Philippines is mostly loaded with volcanoes. The
different islands were believed to have originated from the convergence of two
oceanic crusts.

• Continental vs. Continental Plate Collision

The tallest mountains in the world were formed (and continue to grow) as a
result of continental collisions. Converging continental crusts or plates result in
a collision zone, which could cause shallow earthquakes. At that place, a crack
called fault is formed. This type of convergence will cause no subduction since
the two plates have the same densities. There would be no volcanoes formed, no
tsunamis. The convergence will result in a group of high landforms that we call
mountain ranges.

Author: Francis Rex M. Dequia

School/Station: Libertad National High School (Bunawan III)
Division: Agusan del Sur
Email address: francisrex.dequia@deped.gov.ph
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 About 40 to 50 million years ago, two
large land masses, India and Eurasia,
collided to begin the formation of the most
visible product of plate tectonics - the
Himalayas. Since subduction is
impossible between two colliding
continental plates, pressure is released by
pushing the crusts upward and forming
the Himalayan peaks. Also, collision of
continental plates is associated with
shallow earthquake activities.
Figure 3. Convergence of two continental crusts
Source: Self-Learning Module 10, DepEd- La Union, Region I

Activity 1. Meeting Two Different Worlds

Objectives:
1. Explain the processes that occur when the continental plate and oceanic
plate collide.
2. Determine the consequences of colliding continental plate and oceanic plate.
What you need: Pen and paper
What to do:
1. Study Figure 4 below showing a cross-sectional diagram of plates that are
converging, and answer the following questions briefly on a separate sheet of
paper.

Figure 4. Cross-sectional diagram of converging continental and oceanic plates

Source: Science 10 Learner’s Material Unit I (First Ed.), DepEd Pasig City

Guide Questions:
1. What type of plate is Plate A? Explain.
2. What type of plate is Plate B? Explain.
3. Describe what happens to Plate A as it collides with Plate B. Why does it happen?

Author: Francis Rex M. Dequia

School/Station: Libertad National High School (Bunawan III)
Division: Agusan del Sur
Email address: francisrex.dequia@deped.gov.ph
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 4. What do you think may happen to the leading edge of Plate A as it continues to
move downward? Why?
5. What do you call these molten materials?
6. What is being formed on top of Plate B?
7. As the plates continue to grind each other, what other geologic event could take
place?
Table 1. Scoring Rubric for Activity 1
Rubrics
3 2 1
Ideas are scientifically and
Ideas are scientifically Ideas are explained
clearly explained,
explained consistent to the consistent to the
consistent to the concepts,
concepts, but has minimal concepts, but with
and has no
misconceptions misconceptions.
misconception.

Activity 2. When Two Ocean World Collide

Objectives:
1. Explain the processes that occur when two oceanic plates collide.
2. Determine the consequences of two colliding oceanic plates.
What you need: Pen and paper
What to do:
1. Study Figure 5 below showing a cross-sectional diagram of plates that are
converging, and answer the following questions briefly on a separate sheet of
paper.

Figure 5. Cross-sectional diagram of converging oceanic plates

Source: Science 10 Learner’s Material Unit I (First Ed.), DepEd Pasig City

Guide Questions:
1. Do plates A and B belong to the same type of plate? Explain.
2. What are the geologic processes or events that will possibly occur because of this
plate movement?
3. What geologic features might be formed at the surface of plate A?
4. If the edge of plate A suddenly flicks upward, a large amount of water may
displaced, what could be formed at the surface of the ocean?
Author: Francis Rex M. Dequia
School/Station: Libertad National High School (Bunawan III)
Division: Agusan del Sur
Email address: francisrex.dequia@deped.gov.ph
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 Table 2. Scoring Rubric for Activity 2
Rubrics
3 2 1
Ideas are scientifically and
Ideas are scientifically Ideas are explained
clearly explained,
explained, consistent to the consistent to the
consistent to the concepts,
concepts, but has minimal concepts, but with
and has no
misconceptions. misconceptions.
misconception.

Activity 3A. Fill it Up!

Objective: Explain the processes that occur if two continental plates collide.
What you need: Pen and paper
What to do: Fill in each blank with the correct word found in the parenthesis.

The convergence between two continental plates results to a landform called

(1)____________(volcanic arc, mountain ranges). Since both plates have the same
densities, no plate subducts under the other. There is (2)_________________(no
volcanic, volcanic) formation. However, since the ground moves, a phenomenon called
(3)_______________(earthquake, storm) may be felt in nearby places.

Activity 3B. Think of This!

Objective: Explain the processes that occur if two continental plates collide.
What you need: Pen and paper
What to do: Read and analyze the short statement. On a separate sheet of paper,
answer the questions that follow.

When two continental crusts converge, both crusts exert a pressure pushing
each other. As the ground rises, a tall landform is created.
1. Is there a tendency of eruption?
2. Do the plates in this activity are of the same densities?
3. What geologic process does not occur in this type of convergence?

Reflection
Read and analyze the situation below and answer the question that follows on
a separate sheet of paper.

Our country, Philippines is vulnerable to natural disasters. There was never a

year where we never experienced an earthquake. Along with earthquakes and
tremors, volcanic activities and landslides are some of the phenomenon we get to
encounter or witness.
With this in mind, how will you relate the movements and processes along
plate boundaries contribute to the natural disasters mentioned above?

Author: Francis Rex M. Dequia

School/Station: Libertad National High School (Bunawan III)
Division: Agusan del Sur
Email address: francisrex.dequia@deped.gov.ph
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 Table 3. Scoring Rubric for Reflection
Rubrics
3 2 1
Ideas are scientifically and
Ideas are scientifically Ideas are explained,
clearly explained,
explained, consistent to the consistent to the
consistent to the concepts,
concepts, but has minimal concepts, but with
and has no
misconceptions. misconceptions.
misconception.

References and Links for Learners

Printed Materials
Acosta, H. D., Alvarez, L. A., Angeles, D. G., Arre, R. D., Carmona, M. P., Garcia, A. S., . . .
Salazar, N. G. (2015). Science 10, Learner's Material Unit 1 (First ed.). Pasig City,
Philippines: Department of Education

Acosta, H. D., Alvarez, L. A., Angeles, D. G., Arre, R. D., Carmona, M. P., Garcia, A. S., . . .
Salazar, N. G. (2015). Science 10, Teacher’s Guide Unit 1 (First ed.). Pasig City,
Philippines: Department of Education.

Agustin, L. (2020). Science Grade 10, Quarter 1- Module 3: Processes and Landforms along
Plate Boundaries (First ed.). San Fernando, La Union, Region 1 Philippines:
Department of Education.

Electronic Sources
Thoreau, H. (2019). Introduction to Plate Tectonics and Earth Science. Accessed June 28,
2021. https://www.kean.edu/csmart/Observing/05.%20Plate%20Tectonics.pdf

Image Sources for Figures

Figure 1. Convergence of oceanic and continental crust. Self-Learning Module 10,
DepEd- La Union, Region I

Figure 2. Convergence of two oceanic crusts. Self-Learning Module 10,

DepEd- La Union, Region I

Figure 3. Convergence of two continental crusts. Self-Learning Module 10,

DepEd- La Union, Region I

Figure 4. Cross-sectional diagram of converging continental and oceanic plates. Science 10

Learner’s Material Unit I (First Ed.), DepEd Pasig City

Figure 5. Cross-sectional diagram of converging oceanic plates. Science 10

Learner’s Material Unit I (First Ed.), DepEd Pasig City

Author: Francis Rex M. Dequia

School/Station: Libertad National High School (Bunawan III)
Division: Agusan del Sur
Email address: francisrex.dequia@deped.gov.ph
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 Answer Key

Author: Francis Rex M. Dequia

School/Station: Libertad National High School (Bunawan III)
Division: Agusan del Sur
Email address: francisrex.dequia@deped.gov.ph
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