Divergent boundaries occur where tectonic plates are moving away from each other. Here are some key locations on Earth where you can find divergent boundaries:
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Mid-Atlantic Ridge: This is one of the most famous divergent boundaries, running down the center of the Atlantic Ocean, separating the North American Plate from the Eurasian Plate, and the South American Plate from the African Plate.
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East African Rift: This is a continental divergent boundary located in East Africa where the African Plate is being pulled apart, creating rift valleys.
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Iceland: Located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Iceland is a unique location where a divergent boundary is visible above sea level, allowing for geological features like geysers and volcanic activity.
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Basin and Range Province: This region in the western United States exhibits signs of divergence as the North American Plate stretches and causes the formation of mountain ranges and valleys.
These boundaries are often associated with volcanic activity, earthquakes, and the formation of new oceanic crust. You can refer to a world map or atlas to visualize these locations.
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