Question

- Other than boundaries of crustal plates earthquake may occur within areas with (A) frequent civil activities (B) frequent explosive activities (C) frequent deforestation activities (D) frequent volcanic activities​

Answer 1

Answer:

There are two leading causes of earthquakes:

1) Volcanic Eruptions.

2) Tectonic Activity.

Explanation:

Earthquakes are frequent in areas where volcanic eruptions occur, the tremors preceded or accompanied the eruption resulting in maximum damage.

Therefore, the correct answer to this question would be option 'D' that is, frequent volcanic activities. All the other options would, in this case, be incorrect.

So, the correct statement is, ""Other than boundaries of crustal plates; an earthquake may occur within areas with "FREQUENT VOLCANIC ACTIVITIES"

Answer 2

Answer:

within areas with frequent volcanic activities. Earthquakes usually occurs when there is a sudden movement in the Earth's crust. ... Most earthquakes occur along the edge of the oceanic and continental plates.