10) What can be inferred about the Philippines based on its location in relation to the tectonic plates? A. There are a lot of earthquakes and volcanism. B. There is very minimal earthquakes and volcanism. C. There are a lot of earthquakes but minimal volcanism. D. There are a lot of volcanism but minimal earthquakes.
Answer (1)
The answer is A. There are a lot of earthquakes and volcanism. The Philippines lies along the Pacific Ring of Fire, which is an area with many active faults and volcanoes due to tectonic plate boundaries. The Philippine Plate and the Eurasian Plate collide near the country. This results in frequent earthquakes and the presence of over 20 active volcanoes like Mayon, Taal, and Pinatubo. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are common natural hazards.
