What characterizes a transform boundary?
A. an oceanic boundary colliding with a continental boundary
B. magma rises and forms the mid-oceanic ridge
C. two plates sliding past each other
D. two plates colliding with each other
Answer (2)
Transform boundaries are where two tectonic plates slide past each other, leading to friction and often, earthquakes. A prominent example is the San Andreas Fault in California. In contrast to other boundary types, they do not involve plate collision or separation. ;
Transform boundaries are characterized by two tectonic plates sliding past each other, which can lead to earthquakes due to friction. A well-known example is the San Andreas Fault in California. Unlike other boundaries, they do not involve the creation or destruction of crustal material.
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