23.8 - Real-World Case Studies
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Practice Questions
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What does the elastic rebound theory describe?
💡 Hint: Think about how a rubber band behaves.
What was the approximate movement of the fault during the 1906 San Francisco earthquake?
💡 Hint: This was significant for the time!
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary concept illustrated by the 1906 San Francisco earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about the sudden nature of the earthquake.
True or False: The 1995 Kobe earthquake occurred without any prior crustal deformation.
💡 Hint: Recall the timeline leading to the earthquake.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a scenario where stress is building up along a fault line, explain the factors that might lead to a sudden release of energy.
💡 Hint: Think about both natural and human factors.
Compare and contrast the elastic rebound observed in the San Francisco and Kobe earthquakes with respect to crustal deformation histories.
💡 Hint: Consider the historical timelines for both events.
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