Earth and Space Plate Tectonics: The Science of Plate Tectonics and Disaster Preparedness

First Quarter Module 1
EARTH AND SPACE

Plate Tectonics: The Science of Plate Tectonics and
Disaster Preparedness
Name: _________________________________________
Grade and Section: ________________________________
INTRODUCTION AND FOCUS QUESTION(S):
Our country is blessed with many so many land features such as mountain ranges and volcanoes.
These landforms can be sources of different minerals or can be used for agricultural purposes. You
have probably seen photos and videos about these landforms.
Plate Tectonics is an important concept of geology. This module will introduce you to the concept
of Plate Tectonics, how it works, why it is important and how it is shaping the world today.
Have you ever wondered how geological activities of the Earth such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and
volcanic eruption are related? Can Earthquakes be predicted? Can earthquakes affect volcanoes?
What made Plate Tectonics a dominant process on Earth? How will you describe the geological
features of the earth more than 250 million years ago? Does the Earth go through a cyclic phase?
How does this happen? Does plate tectonics make Earth become smaller or bigger? Does the
Earth’s surface area change at all? This module will use some of your science skills such as
graphing, measuring, analyzing and interpreting data, and inferring for you to attain the desired
outcomes.
How should we prepare for disasters that include volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and
tsunamis?
How do Earth’s plate movements affect humans?
LESSONS AND COVERAGE
Lesson 1: PLATE TECTONICS: The Science of Plate Tectonics and Disaster Preparedness
In this lesson you will learn the following:
1. Describe and relate the distribution of active volcanoes, earthquake epicenters, and major
mountain belts to Plate Tectonic Theory.
2. Describe the different types of plate boundaries.
3. Explain the different processes that occur along the plate boundaries.
4. Describe the possible causes of plate movement.
5. Enumerate the lines of evidence that support plate movement.
PRE-ASSESSMENT:
Let’s find out how much you know about Plate Tectonics. Choose the letter of the correct answer.
Please answer all items. Take note of items with incorrect answers so you can examine as you go
on with this module.
1. The plate tectonics theory states that ___________________________.

A. continental crust “plows through” oceanic crust.
B. oceanic crust “slides over continental crust.
C. lithospheric plates move.
D. tectonic forces cause the most damage in the center of the plates.
2. Tectonic plates interact at places called __________________________.
A. reversals
B. boundaries
C. regions
D. centers
3. At what tectonic plate boundary do plates slide horizontally past each other?
A. Divergent boundary
B. Convergent boundary
C. Transform boundary
D. Tectonic boundary
4. Which feature is associated with a continental-continental plate boundary?

A. A subduction zone
B. A mountain range
C. A deep sea trench
D. A volcano
5. A/an ______________ is a sudden motion or trembling of the earth caused by the abrupt
release of slowly accumulated energy in rocks.
A. focus
B. strike-strip fault
C. earthquake
D. tsunami
6. What current theory explains why the tectonic plates move?
A. Mantle Radiation
B. Mantle Convection
C. Mantle Conduction
D. Mantle Subduction
7. Where does mountain building generally occur? What evidence can support this?
I. Mountain building generally occurs at convergent plate boundaries.
II. Mountain building generally occurs at divergent plate boundaries.
III. The mountainous island chain in Hawaii and the island arc of Japan were formed
by lava erupting from volcanoes as a result of two diverging oceanic plates.
IV. Mountain ranges are formed in mid-ocean ridges in the Pacific Ocean.
V. The Himalayas, Andes, and Appalachian mountains are examples of major
mountain belts which are the result of colliding lithospheric plates.
A. I and V only
B. II and III only
C. II and IV only
D. I and IV only
8. Hekla is a stratovolcano in the south of Iceland with a height of 1491 meters. Hekla is one
of Iceland’s most active volcanoes. How should the people in southern Iceland prepare
best for a volcanic eruption?
A. Follow the advice of local authorities, develop an evacuation and sheltering plan for
yourself/your family, and be prepared to shelter or evacuate.
B. Prepare an emergency supply kit.
C. Make arrangements with friends or families for transportation.
D. As you evacuate, take only essential items with you including at least a one-week
supply of prescription medicines. Then close all windows and doors of your home.
9. How should the Filipino people respond to the laws and programs created by the Philippines
national and local government disaster preparedness and risk reduction?
A. Volunteer to help.
B. Be informed, support, participate and take action.
C. Coordinate with your city or town mayor and local officials.
D. Watch news on TV and read newspaper and prepare your family.
10. Your family recently migrated to Japan due to your father’s job. You have watched videos
of the tsunami in Japan a few years ago. Which among the following is not a good practice
during a tsunami?
A. Watch the tsunami and try to see if it will even reach you before evacuating.
B. Get out of the water and move away from the water’s edge.
C. Go to a higher ground.
D. Take your emergency preparedness kit and evacuate.
EXPLORE
Let us begin this module by gathering your ideas about Plate Tectonics.
Activity No. 1. Anticipation/Prediction Guide
Read the following statements and use your prior knowledge to respond whether you think each is
true or false. On the column pertaining to your response, discuss briefly the reason for your answer.
True Statement False
1. Scientists know exactly what the composition
is of each layer of Earth’s interior.
2. Matter and energy move from Earth’s interior
toward the surface.
3. There is one type of crust near Earth’s surface,
and it is found on the continents.
4. Most earthquakes occur in the middle of
lithospheric plates.
5. A magnitude -4 earthquake releases about
twice as much energy as a magnitude 3
earthquake.
6. Subduction occurs when oceanic and
continental lithospheric plates move toward
each other.
7. Faults are surfaces where rocks break and
move.
8. Tsunamis are huge tidal waves.
Activity No. 2. Locate and Organize

In the previous activity, you were able to use your prior knowledge to respond to some statements
about Plate tectonics. Now, look at the world map shown below. Describe the distribution of active
volcanoes, earthquake epicenters, and major mountain belts. Determine the scientific basis for
dividing the Lithospheric plates.
Essential Questions:
How are earthquakes, volcanoes and mountain ranges distributed on the map?
Why is it important for us to identify areas which are prone to earthquakes?
How will you relate the distribution of mountain ranges with the distribution of earthquake
epicenters and volcanoes?
Fill up the table below:
Place Reason
Earthquakes
Volcanoes
Tsunamis
Mountain Ranges
PROCESS QUESTIONS:
1. What are your bases for identifying those locations?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
_________________.
2. How would you describe the Earth?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
__________________
3. How is plate tectonics related to geological processes such as volcanic eruptions and
earthquakes?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
__________________
Activity No. 3. IRF CHART (Initial-Revised-Final)
In the previous activity, you identified the location of earthquakes, volcanoes and mountain ranges
using the world map. Are you currently located in one of those places? If you are, how should we
prepare for disasters that include volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and tsunamis? Moreover,
how do Earth’s plate movements affect humans?
Sum up your answers by filling in the Initial column of the IRF Chart.
How should we prepare for disasters that include volcanic eruptions, earthquakes
and tsunamis?
How do Earth’s plate movements affect humans?
Initial Revised Final

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First Quarter Module 1

EARTH AND SPACE

Grade and Section: ________________________________

INTRODUCTION AND FOCUS QUESTION(S):

LESSONS AND COVERAGE

1. The plate tectonics theory states that ___________________________.

4. Which feature is associated with a continental-continental plate boundary?

Activity No. 2. Locate and Organize

Fill up the table below:

Activity No. 3. IRF CHART (Initial-Revised-Final)

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