Practice Seismicity and Plate Boundaries - 22.6 | 22. Tectonic Plate Theory | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What is the Elastic Rebound Theory?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when plates move against each other.

Question 2

Easy

Define seismic gaps.

💡 Hint: Focus on the term 'gaps' relating to activity.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What happens during the elastic rebound phenomenon?

  • Rocks remain static
  • Stress builds up and is released
  • Rocks continuously move
  • None of the above

💡 Hint: Think about how rocks behave when they are stressed.

Question 2

True or False: Seismic gaps indicate areas of high earthquake activity.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Focus on the term 'gap' in the context.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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