Processes at plate margins (Conservative plate margins) Flashcards
1
Q
What happens at conversative plate margins
A
When two plates slide past each other there is no subduction and so no volcanic activity, but earthquakes can occur because tension builds up but when the tension is released which causes the earthquakes ( these can be very powerful and if tension is released suddenly)
2
Q
What is an example of two converging plate margins
A
The San Andreas Faults
