Match the words with the most closely associated descriptions.
-Fracture zone
A)where new ocean bottom is formed
B)where most earthquakes occur
C)where ocean plate goes below terrestrial plate

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fracture zones are areas where tectonic plates are moving past each other, and they are common locations for earthquakes.

Note: A is incorrect because areas where new ocean bottom is formed are typically associated with mid-ocean ridges or spreading centers. C is incorrect because areas where oceanic plates are subducting beneath terrestrial plates are typically associated with subduction zones.

Match the Words with the Most Closely Associated Descriptions