Practice Seismic Gaps and Earthquake Prediction - 20.9 | 20. Causes of Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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20.9 - Seismic Gaps and Earthquake Prediction

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a seismic gap?

💡 Hint: Think about the stress buildup along faults.

Question 2

Easy

Give one example of an earthquake precursor.

💡 Hint: These often occur smaller before a larger quake.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is a seismic gap?

  • A section of a fault that has moved recently
  • A section of a fault that hasn't moved for a while
  • An area with no faults

💡 Hint: Think about pressure buildup over time.

Question 2

True or False: Foreshocks can help predict larger earthquakes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall if foreshocks usually precede significant seismic events.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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