Practice Concept of RIS - 20.6.1 | 20. Causes of Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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20.6.1 - Concept of RIS

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is Reservoir-Induced Seismicity?

💡 Hint: Think about how water and pressure affect the earth.

Question 2

Easy

List one mechanism that contributes to RIS.

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when a large amount of water is stored.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary cause of reservoir-induced seismicity?

  • Water flow
  • Hydrostatic pressure
  • Earthquake waves

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when water is stored behind a dam.

Question 2

Reservoir-induced seismicity can lead to significant earthquakes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the consequences of increased pressure.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Evaluate the long-term seismic risks associated with constructing a dam in an earthquake-prone region.

💡 Hint: Consider both geological and engineering perspectives in your evaluation.

Question 2

Design a monitoring strategy for a new reservoir to track potential RIS events.

💡 Hint: Think about integrating technology with geological survey methods for effective monitoring.

Challenge and get performance evaluation