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Which new zealand city is build near four active fault lines?
The city of Wellington in New Zealand is build near four active fault lines. The city is also the capital of New Zealand.
Does new zealand lye on a flaut line?
There are dozens of active and inactive fault lines in New Zealand. The most prominent of these would be the Great Alpine Fault, which rivens the South Island.
Why did Christchurch have an earthquake?
New Zealand lies on the confluence of 4 different fault lines
Where are the main fault lines in New Zealand?
New Zealand lies directly on the Alpine Fault, which runs almost theentire length of the South Island. In the North island, there is another, separate fault line running along the length of the island. The city of Wellington lies on what is called the Wellington Fault.
What kind of natural disasters does new zealand have?
The major hazard would be fault lines. New Zealand is situated over at least one major fault line which means earthquakes are frequent in some areas.
How far does the New Zealand fautline extend?
The Great Alpine Fault has its origins in the far south at the mid-ocean ridge - perhaps as an extension of the transcurrent fault associated with the m-o-r.In the north, it joins up with the Kermadec trench and proceeds northwards.There are many smaller fault lines throughout the country, many still active.New Zealand is tectonically unusual in that it straddles the boundary of two plates. These have caused the mountain uplift of the Southern Alps.
Which cruise lines offer New Zealand cruises?
Most major cruise lines offer New Zealand cruises. Some examples of cruise lines that offer New Zealand cruises include Royal Caribbean, Princess, and Celebrity cruises.
What are the name sof the city's or towns in new zealand that have a fault line?
In New Zealand you'd be lucky to find any town that did not have a fault line within 20km. Live with it, and most importantly PREPARE.
What fault line did the 1931 napier earthquake happen on?
The Napier-Hastings fault. Its' a blind fault and only ruptured he surface along a 15km stretch of the fault.
Why did New Zealand have an earthquake?
new zaeland is on a major fault line part of ring of fire
What are examples of a transformer?
The San Andreas fault in California is a major transform boundary or fault, as is New Zealand's Alpine fault and North America's Queen Charlotte fault.
Are there fault lines on planets but earth?
No. Earth is the only planet known to have fault lines. but as we exploe new planets we may find some
