Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding Wadati–Benioff zone?

1. Wadati–Benioff zone is an area within the Subsiding plate in the subduction zone.
2. It is a zone where earthquakes rarely occur.

Select the correct answer:

• A. 2 only
• B. Neither 1 and 2
• C. 1 only
• D. Both 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1 only

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Wadati–Benioff zone is an area within the Subsiding plate in the subduction zone.
-It is a zone of intense earthquakes.