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Are waves created by tectonic plates?
Yes, and, no. Yes, waves are created by tectonic plates during an earthquake (When two or more tectonic plates rub together and make huge vibrations) and even cause tsunami waves. Waves are not formed when the plates are still, though.
What happens when two tectonic plates rub back and forth?
an earthquake happens
Where do plates come together?
The place where tectonic plates come together is named an Destructive Boundary
Where do earthquakes occur most often?
Earthquakes commonly occur near tectonic plates when they rub together. A common place for earthquakes in the Unites States is California.
What are the large thin plates that move relative to one another on the outer surface of earth called?
They are called tectonic or lithospheric plates.
What does tectonic hazards mean?
tectonic hazards are where two plates rub together
Why are most of the earthquakes and volcanoes located at the border of the tectonic plates?
Beacause plates, at tectonic, boundaries shift against each other.
How does earthquake occur?
Earthquakes are caused when pressure builds up as two tectonic plates move together. As the pressure is released, an earthquake is produced.
Are waves created by tectonic plates?
Yes, and, no. Yes, waves are created by tectonic plates during an earthquake (When two or more tectonic plates rub together and make huge vibrations) and even cause tsunami waves. Waves are not formed when the plates are still, though.
What is a place where two plates rub together called?
A fault line is a place where two plates rub together. This tectonic activity can cause earthquakes both on dry land and underwater. When it happens underwater, it can create a tsunami.
What type of earthquake did Haiti suffer?
It was a conservative earthquake caused by tectonic plates under ground, that rub together to make friction.
What happens when two tectonic plates rub together?
they form mountains, volcanoes, earthquakes.
What are the differences between plate tectonic and tectonic plates?
Converging plates come together. They converge together. Diverging plates come apart.
Why are the edges of plates so important to the cause and location of earthquakes?
I'm afraid I only know the cause. When the edges of the tectonic plates rub together it causes vibrations, that is the earthquake.
How does the tectonic plate causes earthquake?
They rub together and send shock-waves outward from the epicenter due to friction between the two plates.
What word has the definition tectonic plates push together?
When tectonic plates push together, they converge, forming a convergent boundary.
What happens when two tectonic plates rub back and forth?
an earthquake happens
