Question detail
What is the primary cause of earthquakes at plate margins?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Section A: The challenge of natural hazards
Question
- A. Movement of tectonic plates
- B. Weather changes
- C. Human activities
- D. Volcanic eruptions
Answer
Movement of tectonic plates
Explanation
Earthquakes primarily occur due to the movement of tectonic plates at plate margins.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Plate Margins
Students often confuse the locations of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, thinking they occur randomly rather than at specific plate margins.
To fix this, students should study the global distribution of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions in relation to the types of plate margins (constructive, destructive, and conservative) and use maps to visualize these relationships.
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