GK Question

geography hard mcq

Which type of plate boundary causes transform faults?

  1. Convergent
  2. Divergent
  3. Transform
  4. Passive

Answer: Transform

Transform plate boundaries occur where tectonic plates slide horizontally past each other, causing transform faults. The San Andreas Fault in California is a classic example. These boundaries cause earthquakes but not volcanoes or mountain building.

Topic Physical Geography
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