Causes of Earthquakes and Tectonic Plate Movements Quiz
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Which of the following best describes an earthquake?

  • A sudden movement of rock materials below the earth's surface (correct)
  • A weak shaking of the ground caused by wind
  • A violent shaking of the ground caused by volcanic activity
  • A gradual sinking of the earth's surface

    • What is the main source of earthquakes?

  • Wind
  • Tectonic plate movement (correct)
  • Erosion
  • Volcanic activity

    • Which of the following is NOT a type of earthquake?

  • Aftershock
  • Tsunami earthquake
  • Volcanic earthquake
  • Wind-induced earthquake (correct)

    • What is the term used to describe the movement of tectonic plates?

    <p>Faulting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the different types of seismic waves?

    <p>P, S, and R waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

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