Which of the Following Is True About Where Earthquakes Occur

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about where earthquakes occur?

• A) Earthquakes are randomly distributed across most of Earth.
• B) Earthquakes mostly occur away from plate boundaries.
• C) Deep and intermediate-depth earthquakes occur near subduction zones.
• D) Deep earthquakes are most common near rising mantle plumes.

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Definitions:

Organelles

Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions necessary for the cell's life, such as mitochondria and chloroplasts.

Chloroplasts

Organelles found in plant and algal cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into sugar.

Actin Filaments

Protein fibers that play a critical role in cell movement and shape, and are a major component of the cell's cytoskeleton.

Muscle Cells

Specialized cells that make up muscle tissue and have the ability to contract, allowing for movement and force generation in the body.