Multiple choice

Which of the following is the most common type of earthquake and is generated due to sliding of rocks along a fault plane?

  1. Collapse earthquake

  2. Volcanic earthquake

  3. Tectonic earthquake

  4. Reservoir induced earthquake

  5. Explosion earthquake

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The most common type of earthquakes are the tectonic earthquakes. These are generated due to sliding of rocks along a fault plane.