Question

arrange the events to describe how an earthquake happens.
the plates create great strains in rocks near the edges of the plates.
the intensity of the earthquake reduces with the distance from the epicenter.
large chunks of earth called tectonic plates collide with each other.
the seismic waves created at the hypocenter spread out radially and cause shaking wherever they travel.
the energy released causes shaking of earth in that position.
the edges of the plates slide past each other in close contact.
the separation of the plates releases a great amount of energy.

Explanation:

Earthquakes occur due to tectonic - plate interactions. First, tectonic plates are in close contact and slide past each other. Then they collide, releasing energy. This energy causes shaking at the location. Seismic waves spread from the hypocenter, and the intensity reduces with distance.

Answer:

1. The edges of the plates slide past each other in close contact.
2. Large chunks of Earth called tectonic plates collide with each other.
3. The separation of the plates releases a great amount of energy.
4. The energy released causes shaking of Earth in that position.
5. The seismic waves created at the hypocenter spread out radially and cause shaking wherever they travel.
6. The intensity of the earthquake reduces with the distance from the epicenter.
7. The plates create great strains in rocks near the edges of the plates.