Practice Folds, Joints, and Rock Strength - 20.10.2 | 20. Causes of Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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20.10.2 - Folds, Joints, and Rock Strength

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a fold in geology?

💡 Hint: Think about how materials can bend.

Question 2

Easy

What do joints indicate in geological formations?

💡 Hint: Consider how rocks split without shifting.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What are folds in geological structures?

  • Bends in rock
  • Fractures in rock
  • Areas of weakness

💡 Hint: Consider how shapes change when pressure is applied.

Question 2

True or False: Joints in geology are areas where significant movement occurs.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about cracks in glass.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Describe a scenario where rock folds might significantly impact an earthquake’s intensity in a specific geological region.

💡 Hint: Evaluate different folding patterns.

Question 2

Discuss how a network of joints can influence the overall stability of a fault line during seismic activity.

💡 Hint: Think about how excess water can change solid rock behavior.

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