Which statement explains why earthquakes tend to be deeper near subduction zones?

A. The plates at a subduction zone are thicker.

B. Earthquakes occur near the edges of tectonic plates.

C. At a subduction zone, oceanic crust is forced deep into the Earth.

D. Subduction zones create transform faults, which can run down far into Earth's crust.

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Matias Valencia

Biology

31 July, 13:41

Which statement explains why earthquakes tend to be deeper near subduction zones?

A. The plates at a subduction zone are thicker.

B. Earthquakes occur near the edges of tectonic plates.

C. At a subduction zone, oceanic crust is forced deep into the Earth.

D. Subduction zones create transform faults, which can run down far into Earth's crust.

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Kenzie Smith · Answer 1

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option B. Earthquakes tend to be deeper near subduction zones because earthquakes occur near the edges of tectonic plates. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.