Geological Forces Quiz
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What is the main cause of earthquakes?

  • Movement of ocean currents
  • Sudden slip of tectonic plates at a fault boundary (correct)
  • Melting of subducting plates
  • Upwelling of magma

    • How are volcanoes primarily formed?

  • Melting of subducting plates and upwelling of magma (correct)
  • Sudden slip of tectonic plates
  • Release of greenhouse gases
  • Movement of ocean currents

    • What can cause a tsunami?

  • Melting of polar ice caps
  • Volcanic eruptions on land
  • Earthquakes in the ocean (correct)
  • Landslides in coastal areas

    • What can be the impact of earthquakes on buildings and structures?

    <p>Causing significant damage, especially in 3rd world countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a general hazard caused by plate tectonics?

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

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