Practice Fault Geometry and Terminology - 21.4 | 21. Geological Faults | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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21.4 - Fault Geometry and Terminology

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the definition of 'fault strike'?

💡 Hint: Think about the orientation of the fault relative to the ground.

Question 2

Easy

What does 'fault dip' measure?

💡 Hint: Consider how steep a fault is.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does the term 'strike' refer to in geological faults?

  • A) The depth of the fault
  • B) The direction of the fault line
  • C) The age of the fault

💡 Hint: Remember, it's about orientation, not depth or time.

Question 2

True or False: A fault zone can contain several closely spaced faults.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how different faults can be in a small geographical area.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider an earthquake that has a fault with a dip of 70 degrees. Describe how a structure built nearby might be impacted by the fault motion. Discuss what engineers should consider while designing the structure.

💡 Hint: Focus on the relationship between steep angles and potential structural impacts.

Question 2

You are tasked with creating a map of a fault zone that intersects a city. What steps would you take to identify and record the characteristics of strike, dip, slip, and fault trace? Provide a methodology.

💡 Hint: Think about how each measurement contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the zone.

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