Phrases with «fault zone»

A fault zone refers to an area where rocks in the Earth's crust have cracked or broken, causing movement along the fracture lines. It is a region where earthquakes are more likely to occur due to the plates in the Earth's crust rubbing against each other. Full definition

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Sentences with «fault zone»

The existence of silent earthquakes gives scientists a completely new angle on the slip process by permitting the detailed study of fault zones through every stage of their movement. (scientificamerican.com)
Because of this large and active fault zone, the entire state is at risk for earthquake damage. (trustedchoice.com)
Because of this large and active fault zone, the entire state is at risk for earthquake damage. (trustedchoice.com)
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Phrases with «fault zone»

Sentences with «fault zone»

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