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that may be the case. there is a quadruo of faults that cause major eruptions one after another in a cycle: chile, New Zealand, japan then California on the san andreas fault. geologists predict that that fault will erupt soon and unlike yellowstone, they arent saying it wont be in our life time. this quadruo are locations which cause major earthquakes. scientsts are predicting the next san andreas earthquake will be around magnitude 9.0 out of 10. this major earthquake could be felt in wyoming, which could possibly trigger an eruption 5% chance. but that eruption wont be ull scale since the earthquake wont hit as hard there. the large eruption will occur naturally and has nothing to to with the earthquake. but there are two other supervolcaoes in North America wand are closer to the falt. long valley in california and velles caldera in mexico. the chance of the earthquake triggering an eruption fom long valley is 65% in valles caldera 40%.

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Can a volcano erupt on the San Andreas Fault?

No. As a transform fault, the San Andreas Fault cannot produce volcanism.


Can activity on one fault line affect another fault line?

Yes, there have been instances of an earthquake on one fault line can trigger one on anther fault. It is even suspected that the December 26, 2004 earthquake in Indonesia triggered a smaller earthquake in Alaska.


What is the ring of fire dng with volcanos?

The short answer for this is that many times volcanoes form along earth quake fault lines. This is not always the case though as they can form in the middle of earth's plates also. (earth quake fault lines are usually found on plate boundaries, where two plates meet)


What natural hazards do active fault cause?

Active faults can cause several natural hazards, primarily earthquakes, which occur when accumulated stress along fault lines is suddenly released. These seismic events can lead to secondary hazards such as tsunamis, landslides, and ground liquefaction, depending on the fault's location and the surrounding environment. Additionally, earthquakes can trigger fires and disrupt essential infrastructure, leading to further risks for communities.


What major geologic event occurs when a fault line slips?

When a fault line slips, it can trigger an earthquake, which is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that generates seismic waves. This event occurs due to the accumulation of stress along the fault, where two tectonic plates or rock masses interact. The magnitude of the earthquake can vary widely, depending on the amount of stress released and the characteristics of the fault. Additionally, the sudden movement can result in ground shaking, surface rupture, and potentially lead to secondary hazards such as tsunamis or landslides.

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What type of fault is san adreas fault?

Transforming- The plates rub each other as they push one another.


How do you split the word san adreas fault into syllables?

San - An-dre-as - Fault5 syllables in total.


Can a volcano erupt on the San Andreas Fault?

No. As a transform fault, the San Andreas Fault cannot produce volcanism.


Where is the upper Yellowstone valley fault located?

it is located in asia.


Where are do other volcanoes erupt if it doesn't on fault lines?

America


What kind of fault is probably most common in the northern San Adreas Fault system?

The most common type of fault in the northern San Andreas Fault system is strike-slip fault, where the blocks move horizontally past each other. This fault system is characterized by lateral movement along the fault line, with the Pacific Plate moving northwest relative to the North American Plate.


What is the term for an area of fractured rock where movement can trigger an earthquake?

the fault


Where is the san adreas fault?

The San Andreas Fault is located in the state of California. It is made up of plate tectonics and is what causes earthquakes in the state.


What do ground fault relays do?

Ground fault relays sense ground faults in the circuit and trigger a circuit breaker to trip off


How can i get earthquake insurance?

Earthquake insurance is probably more prevalent in places that experience earthquakes a lot, particularly cities that lie on the san adreas fault line. I would search for California based companies.


Can activity on one fault line affect another fault line?

Yes, there have been instances of an earthquake on one fault line can trigger one on anther fault. It is even suspected that the December 26, 2004 earthquake in Indonesia triggered a smaller earthquake in Alaska.


Is it illegal to give someone who wanted to kill themselves a gun?

No, you'd have to be the one to pull the trigger. Even if you knew, it wouldn't be your fault.