Geography Lithosphere

Q. Earthquakes occur due to ________

A
Too much pressure on land
B
Frequent occurrence of cyclones
C
Movement of plates of earth, which float on the hot volcanic mantle below the earth's surface
D
Underground nuclear explosions

Correct Answer

Movement of plates of earth, which float on the hot volcanic mantle below the earth's surface

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