Convergent plate boundaries generally represent a greater hazard to people than divergent or transform plate boundaries due to the threat of major earthquakes, explosive volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and landslides (associated with the mountain chains).

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Convergent plate boundaries involve the collision of two tectonic plates, which can lead to a variety of hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and landslides. In contrast, divergent plate boundaries involve the separation of two tectonic plates and transform plate boundaries involve the sliding of two tectonic plates past each other, which may still result in earthquakes but typically pose less of a hazard to people than convergent boundaries.

Convergent Plate Boundaries Generally Represent a Greater Hazard to People