Meaning of name Dinesh. Etymology : Means day lord from Sanskrit (dina) day and (isha) lord. Saint :
A: The three primary causes for tectonic plate movement are the convection of material in the mantle, gravity and the rotation of the planet. These forces cause each of the seven major plates and numerous other microplates to move independently of the others at a rate of a few centimeters per year.
How does the movement of tectonic plates contribute to the rock cycle? The forces that move tectonic plates push deep rocks up to Earth's surface, and also push rocks at Earth's surface down to great depths. Tectonic plate motion may also lead to volcanic activity. What role do heat and pressure play in the rock cycle?