23.4.1. Phases of the Earthquake Cycle

Try these first

1. 1.

   What happens during the interseismic phase?

   Hint

   Think about what happens to the rocks as they get stressed.

2. 2.

   Define the coseismic phase.

   Hint

   What phase includes the actual shaking?

3. 3.

   What phase comes after the coseismic phase?

   • Interseismic Phase
   • Postseismic Phase
   • Reaccumulation

   Hint

   It involves adjustments after the main event.

4. 4.

   True or False: The interseismic phase is when stress is released.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what happens at that stage of the cycle.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the importance of monitoring the interseismic phase in predicting earthquakes.

   Hint

   Consider how knowledge of changes might influence preparedness.

6. 6.

   Analyze how the coseismic phase impacts the following postseismic phase and potential earthquake aftermath.

   Hint

   Think about how energy and stress interact during and after an earthquake.