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Why are earthquakes and volcanoes in the outside of the continents and not in the middle?
Earthquakes and volcanoes are more common on the edges of continents because that is where tectonic plates interact. These interactions can result in crustal movements that cause earthquakes and magma to rise towards the surface, leading to volcanic activity. In contrast, the interiors of continents are typically located on stable continental shields where tectonic activity is minimal.
Why do some areas of the world have more earthquakes than others?
Some areas have more earthquakes because they are located near tectonic plate boundaries where the Earth's plates interact and cause seismic activity. The movement of these plates can lead to the buildup of stress in the Earth's crust, which is released as earthquakes. Areas with more active faults are more likely to experience frequent earthquakes.
What are the two kinds of earthquake and be able to differentiate?
The two main types of earthquakes are tectonic and volcanic. Tectonic earthquakes occur along fault lines when tectonic plates move. Volcanic earthquakes occur near volcanoes due to the movement of magma beneath the surface. Tectonic earthquakes are more common and are caused by the Earth's tectonic plates shifting, while volcanic earthquakes are associated with volcanic activity.
What are 2 geoologic features or events that might result from the movement of crustal plates?
Features:Fold mountainsIsland arcRift valleyMid-Ocean RidgeVolcanoEvents:EarthquakeEruptionLava flowLahar/mud flowPyroclastic flowAsh fallTsunamiBasically take your pick (and please add!!)
What does earthquake prone mean?
"Earthquake prone" means an area or region that is particularly susceptible to experiencing earthquakes due to its geological characteristics and history of seismic activity. These areas are more likely to be affected by earthquakes compared to others.
What kils more people earthquakes or volcanoes?
Earthquakes
What is the density of earthquakes and volcanoes?
The density of earthquakes and volcanoes varies depending on the region. Earthquakes tend to be more densely distributed along plate boundaries, while volcanoes are often found near tectonic plate boundaries and hot spots. Overall, both earthquakes and volcanoes are more prevalent in regions with active tectonic activity.
How earthquakes volcanoes and mountain's formation are related to plate tectonics?
Earthquakes, volcanoes and mountains are formed via plate tectonics. When the large continental plates collide, they either cause temporary earthquakes, or more permanent features such as volcanoes and mountains.
Where do earthquakes hit most often?
Earthquakes and volcanoes are more common along tectonic plate boundaries.
Are volcanoes and earthquakes more likely in North Carolina?
More likely than where? please make your questions unambiguous. In general the east side of the US is less likely to have earthquakes and volcanoes as compared to the west side.
Why are earthquakes and volcanoes more likely to happen in the ocean?
The Earth is 70% ocean.
What type of countries has earthquakes?
Everywhere on the planet suffers from earthquakes at some time. However there ares some places where earthquakes, particularly bad earthquakes, are more frequent. These places are located at continental margins.
Are volcanoes and earthquakes more frequently located along the edges or the middle of the continents?
edges
Who is stronger Poseidon or Ares?
In Greek mythology, Poseidon is generally considered more powerful than Ares. Poseidon is the god of the sea and earthquakes, with control over vast forces of nature, while Ares is the god of war, more limited in his domain.
What would happen if the tectonic plates where further apart?
There would be less earthquakes and probably more volcanoes.
Why are there more volcanoes in the ring of fire than anywhere on earth?
Because that's were the most earthquakes occur
Which areas are greater-those affected by earthquakes or those affected by volcanoes?
Earthquakes because they have no warning, and effect much larger ares of land.Volcanoes aren't the answer because you can get out of the waymuch faster and most of the time you will have a warning (sign) before it actually happens.---- Date: March, 20, 2013 ----
