Question

The movement of the earth's plates causes
(a)cyclones
(b)lightning
(c)Earthquake
(d)Thunderstorms

Answer 1

Hint: Movement of plates creates three types of tectonic boundaries one is convergent that is plates move into one another ,second is divergent which allows plates to move apart and finally transform in this the plates tend to move sideways in relation to each other.

Complete answer:
Let’s discuss the options and find out the correct answer
-Earthquake-Earth's crust is divided into various plates which float on a hot magma layer called the asthenosphere. By movement of these plates, they interact with each other due to which it releases energy, because of which we felt on the surface of earth as tremors or shaking movement, which is termed as an earthquake. This option is correct.

Additional Information:
 -Cyclones-It is the most intense storm on earth and is a system of winds which rotate counterclockwise in the northern hemisphere around a low pressure center also it is an atmospheric phenomenon and does not have anything to do with earth surface. This option is incorrect.
-Lightning-It is a giant spark of electricity in the atmosphere which is surrounded between the clouds in the air or in ground also it is an atmospheric phenomenon and does not have anything to do with earth surface. This option is incorrect.
-Thunderstorms-It is a localized storm accompanied by lightning and thunder.It may have gusty winds and brings heavy rain.This option is incorrect

Thus, the correct answer is option ‘C’.

Note: We can prevent Earthquakes by building safer structures,and providing education on earthquake safety.There are four different types of earthquakes: volcanic, tectonic,collapse and explosion. Tectonic earthquake is the most common type of earthquake.