20.9 - Seismic Gaps and Earthquake Prediction
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Practice Questions
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What is a seismic gap?
💡 Hint: Think about the stress buildup along faults.
Give one example of an earthquake precursor.
💡 Hint: These often occur smaller before a larger quake.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a seismic gap?
💡 Hint: Think about pressure buildup over time.
True or False: Foreshocks can help predict larger earthquakes.
💡 Hint: Recall if foreshocks usually precede significant seismic events.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a scenario where a seismic gap exists in a densely populated area, describe how city planners should address this risk in their infrastructure development.
💡 Hint: Consider what engineering measures could best mitigate risks.
Analyze the limitations of using only one type of precursor for predicting earthquakes, such as only focusing on foreshocks.
💡 Hint: Think about the variability of natural phenomena and the need for comprehensive data.
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