23.3 - Mechanics of Elastic Rebound
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What is the term for the force applied per unit area on a material?
💡 Hint: Think about the force that causes deformation.
What does elastic deformation mean?
💡 Hint: Consider a rubber band.
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What is the relationship between stress and strain in elastic deformation?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave when you gently compress them.
True or False: Fault displacement remains constant at all distances from the fault.
💡 Hint: Consider how waves spread out from the epicenter.
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A rock mass has a yield stress of 50 MPa and is subjected to a strain of 0.1. Calculate the elastic potential energy stored per unit volume.
💡 Hint: Make sure to convert MPa into consistent units if necessary.
Discuss the implications of sudden fault slip on human structures around earthquake zones.
💡 Hint: Think about how energy release can create shockwaves.
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