Geography · Geomorphology

Read the following lines carefully: 'A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck along a transform fault boundary, displacing large sections of the Earth's crust. Nearby volcanoes erupted, releasing lava and ash, triggered by the seismic activity.' Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from the given scenario? (A) Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are often linked in tectonically active zones. (B) Transform faults are primarily associated with volcanic eruptions. (C) Subduction zones are the primary cause of earthquakes. (D) Seismic activity can lead to the formation of new landforms.