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No. Earthquakes happen when two plates pull apart.

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How long after an earthquake does nausea occur?

There is no requirement for nausea to occur due to an earthquake or any other natural phenomenon.


What kind of land forms would you be most likely to find in an earthquake zone?

In an earthquake zone, you are likely to find landforms such as fault lines, which are fractures in the Earth's crust where earthquakes occur. Other landforms could include uplifted or subsided areas, landslides, and surface ruptures caused by the shifting of tectonic plates during an earthquake.


Is an earthquake usually caused after a tsanami?

No. It's the other way around. A tsunami can occur as a result of an earthquake.


When does an earthquake occur along a fault?

plates of the earth crash into each other along faults causing an earthquake


Why does an earthquake occur?

it occurs because of other moving plate boundaries shifting and rubbing against eachother to form an earthquake


What causes am earthquake to occur?

two tectonic plates floating into each other.


When is the next England earthquake?

It is impossible to predict exactly when the next earthquake will occur in England or any other specific location. Earthquakes can happen at any time, so it is important to be prepared and have emergency plans in place.


Are active volcanoes and earthquake epicenters near each other?

Yes, active volcanoes and earthquake epicenters can often be found near each other because they both occur at tectonic plate boundaries where there is significant geologic activity. Volcanoes are often associated with subduction zones and divergent boundaries, where earthquakes are also common due to intense tectonic activity.


How did the New Zealand earthquake occur?

Two tectonic plates movoin apart, together or under each other


What is a sign that a tsunami will occur?

An earthquake happens in or very near the ocean. And fortunately, other signs are incredibly rare.


Where and for what reasons can earthquake occur?

Earthquakes occur along fault lines in either Convergent or Divergent plate boundaries. When two separate tectonic plates rub against each other, the rough edges act like sand paper and rub on the other one, shaking the plate, and making an earthquake.


Does an earthquake always occur where there is a build up of friction along a fault?

Not necessarily. While earthquakes are often caused by the release of built-up friction along a fault line, they can also occur due to other factors such as volcanic activity or other types of tectonic plate movements that do not involve friction along a fault.