Scientists use GPS to measure the rate of Tectonic plate movements.Discuss
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Yes,this is absolutely correct that Geologists and scientists around the world are using GPS system to measure the tectonic plate movements on earth.
The GPS SYSTEM gives the most accurate measurement of the movements of the tectonic plates.
The tectonic plates under the earth are responsible for earthquakes and volcanic erruptions.Otherwise it is very difficult to predetermine the natural disasters.
The GPS System can accurately measure that in what direction and by how much distance are tectonic plates moving and is there any danger to nearby areas.This system can save so many lives.
The GPS SYSTEM gives the most accurate measurement of the movements of the tectonic plates.
The tectonic plates under the earth are responsible for earthquakes and volcanic erruptions.Otherwise it is very difficult to predetermine the natural disasters.
The GPS System can accurately measure that in what direction and by how much distance are tectonic plates moving and is there any danger to nearby areas.This system can save so many lives.
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The GPS system sends radio signals via satellites to the ground stations and records the distance between the station and the satellites.
These distances change slightly with passing time.
Thus, by measuring the rate at which the tectonic plate moves by recording the time it take the stations to move at a given distance.
These distances change slightly with passing time.
Thus, by measuring the rate at which the tectonic plate moves by recording the time it take the stations to move at a given distance.
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