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How far can tectonic plates move in a year

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1-10 cm a year because they move vary slow that's why we don't feel them when they move



User Sergey Sklyar
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Hey there!

Different tectonic plates move at different speeds but if you were looking for a range between how far they move every year, it would be anywhere from 1 - 4 inches per year.

I hope this helps!
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