Earthquakes & Volcanoes Flashcards
1
Q
cause of earthquakes
A
from vibrations of plate movements deep in earth
2
Q
focus
A
location where earthquake begins inside earth
3
Q
epicenter
A
spot on earth’s surface directly above focus
4
Q
where do earthquakes occur the most
A
in the Ring of Fire
5
Q
where are earthquakes and volcanoes most likely to be found near?
A
plate boundaries
6
Q
what type of plate boundary causes volcanoes (and earthquakes)?
A
convergent (subduction zone)
7
Q
volcano
A
mountains formed by magma from earth’s interior
