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Geography GK · Q128

Miscellaneous World Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 128

Q128

The forces responsible for the movements of the earth's crust, eruption of volcanoes and earthquakes are

A.
Terrestrial forces
B.
Tectonic forces
Answer
C.
Gravitational forces
D.
Mountain building movements

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The forces responsible for the movements of the earth's crust, eruption of volcanoes and earthquakes are Tectonic forces. Earth is an active planet. Its surface is composed of many individual plates that move and interact, constantly changing and reshaping Earth's outer layer. Volcanoes and earthquakes both result from the movement of tectonic plates.