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Geological Engineering · Q10

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 10

Q10

The zone of high seismic activity around the Pacific Ocean is called:

A.
Pacific Corridor
B.
Earthquake Alley
C.
Circum-Pacific Belt
Answer
D.
Tectonic Rim

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Circum-Pacific Belt, also known as the Ring of Fire, is known for its high frequency of earthquakes and volcanoes.