The following statements about the relationship between earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate boundaries are true:
a. Earthquakes and volcanoes occur frequently along plate boundaries.
b. Earthquakes and volcanoes can be used to predict locations of plate boundaries.
d. Movement along plate boundaries can cause earthquakes and volcanoes to occur.
Explanation:
- a. This is true because many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur at or near plate boundaries due to tectonic activity.
- b. This is also true, as the distribution of earthquakes and volcanoes often aligns with the locations of plate boundaries, allowing scientists to infer where these boundaries are.
- c. This statement is generally false; while earthquakes can affect the geology and topography of an area, they do not typically create new plate boundaries.
- d. This statement is true because tectonic movement at plate boundaries is a primary cause of both earthquakes and volcanic activity.
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