I WONDER - How Do Earthquakes Occur?

The Earth's crust consists of rock plates that move and interact, causing earthquakes. These seismic events often occur along fault lines, especially in the Ring of Fire, where many plates converge. Earthquakes can lead to avalanches in snowy regions and tsunamis when they occur underwater.

What is the primary cause of earthquakes?

• Heavy rainfall

• Volcanic eruptions

• Strong winds

• Movement of rock plates

Where do earthquakes most commonly occur?

• Along fault lines

• In the polar ice caps

• In desert regions

• In the middle of tectonic plates

What is the Ring of Fire known for?

• Being a large desert

• Having frequent earthquakes

• Being a volcanic hotspot

• Having the highest mountains

What natural disaster can earthquakes cause in snowy areas?

• Floods

• Hurricanes

• Avalanches

• Droughts

What are tsunamis and how are they caused?

• Large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes

• Strong winds over the ocean

• Sudden heavy rainfall

• Melting glaciers