A _____ Is a Fracture in Rock Along Which Movement

question 33

Multiple Choice

A _____ is a fracture in rock along which movement has occurred.

• A)tension
• B)flanks
• C)syncline
• D)shear
• E)fault

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Definitions:

Seismic Activity

The frequency, type, and size of earthquakes experienced over a period of time in a particular area.

Tectonic Settings

Refers to the environmental conditions and geological settings related to the movement of Earth's tectonic plates.

Tectonic Plates

The dozen or so fairly rigid blocks into which Earth’s lithosphere is broken.

Earthquake Risk

The probability or likelihood of experiencing earthquakes in a given area, often associated with fault lines or tectonic plate boundaries.