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Earthquakes and tidal waves can be cause. Mountain ranges can also be upthrust. Generally speaking plates don't collide, as they are usually in constant contact with each other. WHt happens is that one plate is forced under another one. These plates then create friction which builds up pressure until suddenly one of the plates is freed, which results in the 'shock' of an earthquake. However, if there is no friction, the plates can often pass easily over/under each other.

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Guido Larkin

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