23.6 - Limitations and Extensions of the Theory
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What does aseismic creep refer to in the context of faults?
💡 Hint: Consider how stress might be relieved without a sudden event.
Name one limitation of the elastic rebound theory.
💡 Hint: Think about how some faults might behave differently.
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What does aseismic creep refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about gradual changes versus sudden changes in motion.
True or False: The elastic rebound theory can explain every earthquake event.
💡 Hint: Recall the limitations of the theory.
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Design a comprehensive study that examines the limitations of the elastic rebound theory in a specific geological context, such as the San Andreas Fault. Discuss your methodology and expected outcomes.
💡 Hint: Focus on how specific geological features affect stress distribution.
Evaluate the effectiveness of both rate-and-state friction models and viscoelastic models in predicting seismic behavior. Provide specific examples.
💡 Hint: Consider how each model has been applied in real-world scenarios.
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