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Shaping of the Earth's Surface

CBSE · Class 9 · Social Science

Most important questions from Shaping of the Earth's Surface for CBSE Class 9 Social Science board exam 2026. MCQs, short answer, and long answer questions with marks.

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Which term names the massive slabs of solid rock that make up the lithosphere?

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Tectonic plates

The lithosphere is broken into tectonic plates, which are massive slabs of solid rock.

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Which are the three main types of tectonic plates?

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Continental, oceanic, and mixed plates

The three main types are continental plates, oceanic plates, and mixed plates.

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Which landform is formed when continental plates collide?

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Fold mountains

When continental plates collide, they form fold mountains such as the Himalaya.

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Which example shows a transform boundary?

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San Andreas Fault

The San Andreas Fault is an example of a transform boundary that mainly causes earthquakes.

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