The African Plate is a major tectonic plate straddling the equator as well as the prime meridian. It includes much of the continent of Africa, as well as oceanic crust which lies between the continent and various surrounding ocean ridges. The African Plate is currently moving in a northeastern direction at a rate of about 2.15 cm per year relative to the Americas. This movement is the result of a combination of forces, including the effects of the spreading Mid-Atlantic Ridge, as well as the forces of push and pull from the surrounding plates.
Middle East Plate
The Middle East Plate is not a recognized tectonic plate by the scientific community. Instead, the region’s tectonic activity is part of the larger Arabian Plate, which is a minor tectonic plate in the northern and eastern hemispheres. It has a composite tectonic history, with the convergence of multiple smaller tectonic entities. This includes the ongoing collision with the Eurasian Plate, which has led to the formation of the Zagros Mountains and various seismic and volcanic activities in the region.
The Arabian Plate’s complex interactions with neighboring plates contribute to the tectonic and seismic events observed in the Middle East, making it a region of significant geological interest and hazard.
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