23.4 - Earthquake Cycle and Elastic Rebound
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Practice Questions
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What occurs during the interseismic phase?
💡 Hint: Think about the Earth's crust and tectonic forces.
What happens during the coseismic phase?
💡 Hint: Remember it as the 'earthquake moment.'
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the first phase of the earthquake cycle?
💡 Hint: Remember the order of the phases.
True or False: The coseismic phase involves stress redistribution.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during the earthquake.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the implications of the earthquake cycle on urban planning and construction. How can communities use this knowledge to enhance resilience?
💡 Hint: Consider how each phase informs building decisions.
Design a monitoring system for crustal deformation. What technologies would you incorporate and why?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of monitoring in the context of the earthquake cycle.
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