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The weak zones on the earth where earthquakes are more likely to occur are also known as:
The weak zones on the earth where earthquakes are more likely to occur are also known as:
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A Seismic zones
B Fault zones
Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates in upper crust of the earth. The boundaries of the plates are the weak zones where earthquakes are more likely to occur. The weak zones are also known as seismic or fault zones.
A Seismic zones
B Fault zones
Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates in upper crust of the earth. The boundaries of the plates are the weak zones where earthquakes are more likely to occur. The weak zones are also known as seismic or fault zones.
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