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Abhinav AshokAIR 247· 2025

Question Q.2GS3GS3

How does plate tectonics theory help in explaining the formation of Himalaya?

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Plate tectonics theory claims that there are various plates of the crust on top of asthenosphere which move due to convectional currents of magma. Movement of plates: Point of meeting of plates - mantle core area Plate tectonics theory helping explain formation of Himalaya: 1) Analysis has shown that the Indian plate has delivered are slab that called have been a proof of setup idea. 2) There is a fault between the Indian plate and Eurasian plate which collides and causes earthquakes in North India. 3) The height of Himalaya has been rising and has increased by a few inches. 4) The Himalaya are parallel to the lines plates.

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Diagram showing point of meeting of plates with mantle core area labeled

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Abhinav Ashok

AIR 2472025

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GS3GS3

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Science and Technology

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Plate Tectonics and Himalayan Formation

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109

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analytical

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