Ring of Fire Natural Disasters

The Ring of Fire is a major area in the Pacific Ocean where 90% of the world's earthquakes occur. It includes about 450 volcanoes, many of which are underwater. The region is shaped by plate tectonics, forming oceanic trenches and volcanic chains over 25,000 miles. This movement causes frequent earthquakes and tsunamis, with some waves reaching building heights.

What percentage of the world's earthquakes are produced by the Ring of Fire?

• 100%

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%

What is another name for the Ring of Fire?

• Pacific Ring

• Circum-Pacific Belt

• Volcanic Ring

• Earthquake Zone

Which geological process is responsible for the formation of the Ring of Fire?

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Sedimentation

• Plate Tectonics

What is the shape of the Ring of Fire's pattern?

• Square

• Circular

• Horseshoe-shaped

• Linear

What natural disasters are commonly associated with the Ring of Fire?

• Hurricanes

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes and Tsunamis

• Floods

What happens during a mega thrust event in the Ring of Fire?

• The ocean floor rises or falls

• Volcanoes erupt

• Hurricanes form

• Tornadoes occur

How high can tsunamis generated in the Ring of Fire become?

• As tall as trees

• A few inches

• As tall as buildings

• A few feet