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21 May, 11:55

Outline four causes of Earth quakes

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  1. 21 May, 14:52
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    Tectonic Earthquakes

    Earthquakes caused by plate tectonics are called tectonic quakes. They account for most earthquakes worldwide and usually occur at the boundaries of tectonic plates.

    Plate tectonics

    Induced Earthquakes

    Induced quakes are caused by human activity, like tunnel construction, filling reservoirs and implementing geothermal or fracking projects.

    Volcanic Earthquakes

    Volcanic quakes are associated with active volcanism. They are generally not as powerful as tectonic quakes and often occur relatively near the surface. Consequently, they are usually only felt in the vicinity of the hypocentre.

    Collapse Earthquakes

    Collapse quakes can be triggered by such phenomena as cave-ins, mostly in karst areas or close to mining facilities, as a result of subsidence.
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