A new volcanic arc forms at the site of the easternmost transform, and many complications develop in SE Asia (Philippines, etc.) because of transforms turning into arcs, and various subduction-flips as thick (plateau-type) ocean crust refuses to subduct. A new subduction zone develops north of Australia.
Transcript of Causes and Effects of European Exploration in America. Some basic effects of Europeans coming to North America are that the Native Americans caught new diseases which included smallpox, influenza, measles, and chicken pox. Explorers used superior fire power, like single shot muskets, to conquer natives.
open pit mining and mountaintop removal because metal particles are released into the atmosphere What are some social impacts of mining? property damage cause by mountaintop removal or mine collapse along with sinkholes; conflicts can arise over mineral rights; hazardous to the lives of the miners; more conflict comes about because it is destructive to the land and water resources that agricultural communities rely on