What Geologic Evidence for Past Earthquakes Could You Observe in Salt

question 33

Multiple Choice

What geologic evidence for past earthquakes could you observe in salt marshes on the coast of Washington State?

• A) measurable offsets along strike-slip faults
• B) alternating layers of tidal mud and tidal marsh deposits
• C) earthquake-triggered landslides from steep dunes
• D) uplifted rocky terraces
• E) the remains of destroyed cities

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