A transform plate movement is one where two plates slide laterally past each other. However, movement is not smooth due to friction between the rocks of the two plates.
Therefore, sometimes the two plates would get 'stuck' and lock together. But since the convection currents of the underlying magma are still dragging the plates, much tension and pressure is built up at the transform boundary. When there is sufficient buildup of pressure, rocks in the plates break and get jerked apart. This results in earthquakes.
Therefore, sometimes the two plates would get 'stuck' and lock together. But since the convection currents of the underlying magma are still dragging the plates, much tension and pressure is built up at the transform boundary. When there is sufficient buildup of pressure, rocks in the plates break and get jerked apart. This results in earthquakes.
