Question

According to the theory of plate tectonics, volcanism, mountain building, and other _____ forces receive energy from Earth’s interior.

Answer 1

According to plate tectonics, thermal energy from Earth's interior creates constructive forces that fold plates, create mountains and volcanoes. So the answer is constructive forces.

Answer 2

According to the theory of plate tectonics, volcanism, mountain building, and other constructive forces receive energy from Earth's interior. The term constructive force is used to describe forces affecting the plates.