What are the weak zones around the boundaries of plates underneath Earth, which are prone to slide and cause earthquakes?
A
Fault zone
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B
Eruption zone
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C
Explosive zone
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D
Sliding zone
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Solution
The correct option is A Fault zone Earthquakes are caused by the movement of plates, 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.