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No, tectonic plates do not always stay the same shape and size. They are constantly moving, albeit very slowly, due to the convection currents in the Earth's mantle. This movement can cause plates to collide, pull apart, or slide past one another, resulting in changes in their shapes and sizes over geological time. Additionally, factors such as volcanic activity and sediment deposition can also influence their dimensions.

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