20.7. Isostatic Adjustment Earthquakes

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is isostatic adjustment?

   Hint

   Think about the weight of glaciers.

2. 2.

   In which regions are isostatic adjustment earthquakes most common?

   Hint

   Where were there once large ice sheets?

3. 3.

   What is isostatic adjustment?

   • A process of crust movement
   • A type of earthquake
   • A geological structure

   Hint

   It relates to changes in surface loads.

4. 4.

   True or False: Isostatic adjustment earthquakes are only observed in regions currently covered by glaciers.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about historical changes.

5. 5.

   Explain how isostatic adjustment can potentially influence building codes in areas previously covered by glaciers.

   Hint

   Think about infrastructure safety.

6. 6.

   Discuss the future implications of climate change on isostatic adjustment earthquakes in different regions.

   Hint

   Consider how rising temperatures affect ice masses.