19.2 - Elastic Rebound Theory
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Practice Questions
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What year was the Elastic Rebound Theory proposed?
💡 Hint: Look for the historical context in your notes.
Who proposed the Elastic Rebound Theory?
💡 Hint: Consider major figures in seismology.
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Who proposed the Elastic Rebound Theory?
💡 Hint: Consider important figures in the history of seismology.
True or False: The Elastic Rebound Theory states that energy is lost during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Think about energy transformation during an earthquake.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a scenario where a fault line experiences low-frequency tremors over years without a major earthquake. Using the Elastic Rebound Theory, how would you predict when an earthquake may occur?
💡 Hint: Think about how accumulated stress manifests over time.
Devise an engineering proposal for a building in a seismic zone, applying the Elastic Rebound Theory principles. What specific features would your design include?
💡 Hint: Consider how structures can be engineered to withstand seismic forces.
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