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Earthquakes occur primarily in regions where tectonic plates interact, particularly along their boundaries. Areas near plate boundaries experience stress and strain due to the movement of these plates, leading to seismic activity. In contrast, regions situated away from these boundaries, often called intraplate areas, are typically more stable and less prone to earthquakes. Therefore, the distribution of earthquakes is closely tied to the geological activity and dynamics of the Earth's crust.

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