Question

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE RESULT OF THE DEFORMATION OF THE EARTHCRUST?

Answer 1

Answer:

The constant plate tectonic motions between the Pacific and North American plates guarantees that the crust in the western US is continually building up stress. Crustal deformation refers to the changing earth's surface caused by tectonic forces that are accumulated in the crust and then cause earthquakes.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Crustal deformation refers to the changing earth's surface caused by tectonic forces that are accumulated in the crust and then cause earthquakes. The slow 'background' tectonic motions between the earth's plates, thereby constraining the buildup of stress on faults. ...