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Letter AGeology glossary

Aleutian Arc

The Aleutian Arc is a volcanic arc located in the northern Pacific Ocean, extending from Alaska to Russia. It is formed by the subduction of the Pacific Plate beneath the North American Plate, creating a chain of active volcanoes. The Aleutian Arc is a prime example of an island arc system and is significant for studying subduction-related volcanic activity, plate tectonics, and associated seismic hazards.

Map showing Aleutian Trench and tectonic plates (aleutian arc)
Fig. 1 Map showing Aleutian Trench and tectonic plates (aleutian arc)

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