= Fracture zone
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A fracture zone, or fracture line, refers to a linear feature in the ocean floor that is characterized by the presence of numerous fractures or faults. These zones are typically associated with the tectonic activity of the Earth's lithosphere, where tectonic plates interact. Fracture zones are often found in connection with mid-ocean ridges and transform faults, where the movement of tectonic plates causes stress and strain in the Earth's crust.
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