23.9 - Mathematical Modeling of Elastic Rebound
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of mathematical modeling in elastic rebound?
💡 Hint: Think about what scientists need to understand about earthquakes.
Define surface displacement in the context of earthquakes.
💡 Hint: What happens to the land when a fault slips?
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What does the variable D in the equation $$ u(x) = \frac{D}{\pi(x^2 + h^2)} $$ represent?
💡 Hint: Think about what this variable measures.
True or False: The Okada equations only apply to vertical fault movements.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of fault movements.
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Given a fault slip of 1 meter at a depth of 5 meters, calculate the surface displacement at a distance of 10 meters from the fault using the equation $$ u(x) = \frac{D}{\pi(x^2 + h^2)} $$.
💡 Hint: Don’t forget to square the distances when inserting them into the equation!
Discuss how changing the fault depth affects the calculated surface displacement and provide an example calculation for a depth of 10 meters.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how the equation’s parameters interact and affect the output.
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