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← GeographyWhich outcome occurs when a locked transform boundary suddenly shifts?
A)Elastic Rebound releases seismic energy✓
B)Mantle plumes generate island arcs
C)Isostatic rebound uplifts landmasses
D)Orogenic thickening builds large mountains
💡 Explanation
An earthquake occurs because the plates are locked, and the stress builds until surpassing the friction threshold; the **Elastic Rebound** mechanism rapidly releases stored energy. Therefore, seismic waves result rather than gradual creep, due to friction.
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