After reading Chapter 11, you should be able to:
- Distinguish between the endogenic and exogenic systems, determine the driving force for each, and explain the pace at which these systems operate.
- Diagram the Earth's interior in cross section, and describe each distinct layer.
- Illustrate the geologic cycle, and relate the rock cycle and rock types to endogenic and exogenic processes.
- Describe Pangaea and its breakup, and relate several physical proofs that crustal drifting is continuing today.
- Portray the pattern of Earth's major plates, and relate this pattern to the occurrence of earthquakes, volcanic activity, and hot spots.
