CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

What is the Pacific ring of fire?


Open in App
Solution

The Ring of Fire also referred to as the Circum-Pacific Belt, is a path along the Pacific Ocean characterized by active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. The majority of Earth’s volcanoes and earthquakes take place along the Ring of Fire. The Ring of Fire is home to 75% of the world’s volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes. … This movement results in deep ocean trenches, volcanic eruptions, and earthquake.


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
47
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Pacific Ring of Fire
SOCIAL SCIENCE
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon