Practice Influence Of Friction And Fault Properties (23.11.2)

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Question 1.
What does fault roughness influence?
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Think about how texture impacts friction.
Question 2.
How does rock type affect fault mechanics?
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Consider hardness and strength.
3Question 3.
What effect does fault roughness have on stored energy?
- It decreases energy storage
- It increases energy storage
- No effect
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Remember how texture affects resistance.
4Question 4.
True or False: Low-friction faults release stress gradually without significant seismic events.
- True
- False
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Think about gradual vs sudden movements.
Question 5.
Evaluate the relationship between fault roughness and earthquake magnitude using a real-world example.
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Look into historical events.
Question 6.
Propose a mitigation strategy for urban areas located near high-friction faults.
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Consider community planning.

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