22.6 - Seismicity and Plate Boundaries
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Practice Questions
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What is the Elastic Rebound Theory?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when plates move against each other.
Define seismic gaps.
💡 Hint: Focus on the term 'gaps' relating to activity.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What happens during the elastic rebound phenomenon?
💡 Hint: Think about how rocks behave when they are stressed.
True or False: Seismic gaps indicate areas of high earthquake activity.
💡 Hint: Focus on the term 'gap' in the context.
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Challenge Problems
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Assess a hypothetical fault system with identified seismic gaps. How would you prioritize research and monitoring in these gaps?
💡 Hint: Consider factors like historical activity and geological risks.
Evaluate the implications of Benioff zones on urban planning in seismic regions. What strategies should be employed?
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of earthquakes and strategies for minimizing risk.
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