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A tectonic earthquake is a result when there is a sudden release of energy in the Earthâ??s crust. This phenomenon can happen anywhere in the world and could be very dangerous to the people.
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∙ 10y agoTHE PLACE WHERE TECTONIC PLATES TOUCH.
They can be constructive or destructive.
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Are plate tectonic plate boundaries?
No, plate boundaries is part of the explanation of the Plate Tectonic theory:)
What cities are on tectonic plate boundaries?
Japan is under three tectonic plates
Why might metamorphic rocks form near tectonic plate boundaries?
Metamorphic rocks are formed through high pressure and temperature. At tectonic boundaries there are abundances of both.
Why are the majority of earthquake zones located at tectonic pate boundaries?
The majority of earthquake zones are located at tectonic pate boundaries because it is the relative motion of the plates that causes earthquakes.
What boundary do subduction zones form on?
Subduction zones form along some tectonic plate boundaries. Of the three general types of tectonic plate boundaries, we will see them form at some (but not all) of what are called convergent plate boundaries.
What are the main types of tectonic plate boundaries?
There are three primary types of tectonic plate boundaries. They pertain of Divergent boundaries, Convergent boundaries and Transform-fault boundaries.
Are plate tectonic plate boundaries?
No, plate boundaries is part of the explanation of the Plate Tectonic theory:)
Are plate boundaries the same as tectonic boundaries?
Yes
What were boundaries?
Boundaries are where two tectonic plates meet.
Three characteristics of tectonic plates?
transforming boundaries, convergment boundaries, and divergent boundaries
What frequently occurs at tectonic plates boundaries?
Tectonic plate boundaries are known for its earthquakes and volcano eruptions due to the constant shifting
What cities are on tectonic plate boundaries?
Japan is under three tectonic plates
Where do tectonic plates interact?
Interactions between tectonic plates occur at plate boundaries.
Where are earhthquakes most likely to occur?
On tectonic plate boundaries. The transform boundaries. :P
Is there any plate boundaries in Maryland?
no. there are absolutely zero tectonic plate boundaries in Maryland.
Why do most earthquakes occur near tectonic plate boundaries?
Tectonic plates move along, against, or away from eachother at their boundaries. These movements produce earthquakes
Where would a volcano form?
at tectonic plate boundaries
