A transform boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates slide horizontally apart each other, known as strik-slip motion, grinding along a fault line without creating or destroying crust, hence a “conservative” boundary. This lateral scraping causes significant stress buildup, leading to frequent shallow earthquakes when the built-up energy is suddenly released, with the San Andreas Fault in California being the most famous example.
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