How does an earthhquake occur?

Anonymous

∙ 19y ago

Updated: 8/16/2019

the surface of the earth is divided into pieces called tectonic plates.when these plates move and rub against each other,they don't move smoothly.when the plates don't move smoothly earthquakes result.

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