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The borders, or cracks, between tectonic plates are called ________.?

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Earthquakes


What often happens along large cracks called faults bat the edge of the earth plates?

Earthquakes


What are Cracks in the ground caused by earthquakes called?

cracks in the ground caused by earthquakesFaults. Cracks in the earths crust usually caused by earthquakes are called faults.No, their not! Faults are to do with tectonic plates, earthquake cracks are called earthquake cracks.


What is the border between the plates?

The boarder between two plates is called a boundary.


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What is a gap between plates called?

A gap between plates is commonly known as a clearance or a spacing.


Why do scientists think there are cracks in the lithosphere?

Scientists think there are cracks in the lithosphere because of the movement of tectonic plates. As these plates shift and interact, they create stress that can lead to the formation of fractures or faults in the lithosphere. These cracks play a crucial role in the movement of Earth's tectonic plates and the occurrence of earthquakes.


What is you it called when volcanic activity occurs along mid-ocean ridge in large cracks?

Volcanic activity along mid-ocean ridges in large cracks is called seafloor spreading. This process occurs as magma rises to the surface through these cracks, creating new oceanic crust as the tectonic plates move apart.


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What are cracks in earths crust that move or shift?

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