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The Ring of Fire is a major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. It is a direct result of plate tectonics and is characterized by a nearly continuous series of oceanic trenches, volcanic arcs, volcanic belts, and plate movements. The Ring of Fire is associated with a subduction zone, where one tectonic plate is forced beneath another, leading to the formation of volcanic activity and seismic events. This region is known for its high levels of seismic activity and is home to approximately 75% of the world's active volcanoes.