20.6.2 - Mechanism
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What is reservoir-induced seismicity?
💡 Hint: Think about how water pressure affects the ground.
How does hydrostatic pressure affect seismicity?
💡 Hint: What happens when something heavy sits on a surface?
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What is reservoir-induced seismicity?
💡 Hint: Think about how water changes pressure in geological formations.
True or False: Pore pressure increases with the infiltration of water into rock layers.
💡 Hint: Consider what water does to a sponge.
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Given that pore pressure can significantly decrease friction on a fault, derive a scenario where increased reservoir filling leads to an earthquake. Factor in the relationship between normal stress, shear stress, and friction.
💡 Hint: Consider how stress components interact in a mechanical system.
Assess the implications of reservoir-induced seismicity for urban planning in a city with multiple large dams. What engineering practices could mitigate seismic risk?
💡 Hint: Think about how forward planning can reduce future risks in vulnerable areas.
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