Multiple choice general knowledge

Earthquakes that originate at depths greater than 100 km are associated with ______ plate boundaries.

  1. convergent

  2. divergent

  3. transform

  4. convergent, divergent, and transform
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Explanation

Deep earthquakes (greater than 100 km) are primarily associated with convergent plate boundaries where subduction occurs. As one plate dives beneath another, earthquakes can occur deep within the subducting slab. Divergent and transform boundaries typically produce shallow earthquakes only.

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