21.3 - Classification of Faults
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What type of fault is characterized by vertical movement?
💡 Hint: Think about the movement direction.
Which fault type involves horizontal movement?
💡 Hint: Consider how the blocks move side to side.
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What characterizes a normal fault?
💡 Hint: Think about how the wall 'hangs' relative to the footwall.
True or False: A strike-slip fault involves primarily vertical movement.
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of strike-slip faults.
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Identify a region where oblique-slip faults are prevalent and evaluate the potential engineering challenges they pose.
💡 Hint: Think about where tectonic plates converge and diverge.
Assess the implications of a strike-slip fault for urban infrastructure, considering different building types.
💡 Hint: Visualize the movements and how they impact each structure.
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