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The weak zones on the earth where earthquakes are more likely to occur are also known as___.


A

Seismic zones

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B

Fault zones

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Unstable zone

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Weak zone

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Solution

The correct options are
A

Seismic zones


B

Fault zones


Earthquakes are caused by the movement of plates. The boundaries of these 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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