Practice Based on Direction of Displacement - 21.3.1 | 21. Geological Faults | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What type of fault is formed when the hanging wall moves down?

💡 Hint: Think about where the hanging wall goes.

Question 2

Easy

In a left-lateral fault, which way does the opposite block move?

💡 Hint: Consider which direction is opposite to your view.

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Question 1

What is a normal fault?

  • Hanging wall moves up
  • Hanging wall moves down
  • No movement

💡 Hint: Think about the tension forces.

Question 2

Strike-slip faults are characterized by:

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the direction of movement.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A construction site is located close to a known strike-slip fault. Describe the engineering considerations that should be taken into account.

💡 Hint: Consider how movement along the fault could affect building stability.

Question 2

Explain how the presence of a normal fault in an area could influence land-use planning.

💡 Hint: Think about how land movement may affect development.

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