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An earthquake-prone area is known as:

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Picturesque zone

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Seismic hazard zone

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Tectonic zone

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Nuclear Hazard Zone

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Solution

The correct option is B
Seismic hazard zone

Seismic means related to earthquakes or other vibrations of the earth and its crust. Thus, an earthquake prone area is known as seismic hazard zone.

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