Practice Limitations - 23.6.1 | 23. Elastic Rebound | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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23.6.1 - Limitations

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does the term 'aseismic creep' refer to?

💡 Hint: Think about how stress can build up and release slowly.

Question 2

Easy

Is the elastic rebound theory applicable to all earthquakes?

💡 Hint: Remember what we learned about different types of fault behavior.

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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 key limitation of the elastic rebound theory?

  • Aseismic creep occurs
  • All faults behave elastically
  • Earthquakes happen at equal intervals

💡 Hint: Think about how stress can be released quietly, rather than suddenly.

Question 2

True or False: Complex geology can make earthquake prediction easier.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how multiple factors can interfere with accurate predictions.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Propose a model for understanding the stress distribution around a fault in a complex geological setting. What alternative factors must you consider?

💡 Hint: Think about how multiple variables can interact with stress accumulation.

Question 2

Analyze a recent earthquake case study where elastic rebound theory did not predict the event accurately. Discuss the alternative explanations for this failure.

💡 Hint: Research the context of the earthquake and look for societal impacts related to prediction failures.

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