20.2.3. Faulting and Elastic Rebound Theory

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a fault?

   Hint

   Think about where earthquakes happen.

2. 2.

   Explain the Elastic Rebound Theory in your own words.

   Hint

   Think of the analogy of a rubber band.

3. 3.

   What is a fault?

   • A type of rock
   • A fracture in the Earth's crust
   • An earthquake synonym

   Hint

   Think about movement and fractures.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Elastic Rebound Theory states that stress accumulates in rocks until it is suddenly released.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the solid rubber band analogy we discussed.

5. 5.

   Consider a building designed using principles of the Elastic Rebound Theory. How would an architect apply this knowledge to enhance safety?

   Hint

   Think about how buildings move during earthquakes.

6. 6.

   Explain the consequences if stress along a major fault were not properly understood by engineers. What could happen?

   Hint

   Consider how engineering principles apply in earthquake-prone areas.