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If the part of the fault has had large earthquakes historically, then this may be a locked section, or seismic gap, where strain is building up for a future big earthquake. If there is no evidence of it having big quakes in the past then it may just not be very active.

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If an area has not had an earthquake in over a hundred years there probably will not be another one true or false?

False. The past occurrence of earthquakes does not guarantee that another earthquake won't happen in the future. Just because an area has not had an earthquake in over a hundred years does not mean that the risk of an earthquake occurring in the future is eliminated. Earthquakes can occur at any time and in any location where geological conditions are conducive to seismic activity.


A region where earthquakes are expected but none has occurred for a long time?

A region where earthquakes are expected but has not experienced any seismic activity for a significant period of time is known as a seismic gap. Seismic gaps are areas along a fault line that have not ruptured recently, increasing the likelihood of a major earthquake in the future due to accumulating stress. Monitoring these zones is crucial for earthquake forecasting and preparedness.


What scientific discipline includes the study of earthquakes?

Seismology is the scientific discipline that focuses on the study of earthquakes, including their causes, effects, and patterns. Seismologists use data from seismic waves to understand the Earth's internal structure and to predict where future earthquakes may occur.


What is the theory that sections of active faults that have had few earthquakes are likely to be sites of strong earthquakes in the future called?

This theory is known as the characteristic earthquake model. It proposes that sections of active faults that have not ruptured in recent history (seismic gap) are more likely to produce larger earthquakes in the future to release accumulated stress.


Is the earthquake good for the earth?

Earthquakes are a natural process that can help release built-up stress in the Earth's crust, preventing larger and more destructive earthquakes in the future. However, earthquakes can also cause significant damage and loss of life, so they are not necessarily "good" for the earth in that sense.

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Are there places in the US where earthquakes will probably not occur in the near future explain your answer?

Certain areas in the central and eastern United States, such as the Midwest and the East Coast, have lower seismic activity compared to the West Coast. These regions are located away from major tectonic plate boundaries where most earthquakes occur, making the likelihood of earthquakes less probable in the near future. However, no place is completely immune to seismic activity, as small earthquakes can still occur in unexpected areas.


How did Rose Tyler know that Donna Noble is going to die?

Her world is a bit into the future, she probably saw it before it happened.


Will medium sized earthquakes prevent larger earthquakes in the future?

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Is an area that has already experienced past earthquakes more or less likely to experienced future earthquake than a area that has never had a earthquake?

yes as they are usually on the edge of tectonic plates which is the reason that the earthquake happened


What has been done to prevent future earthquakes?

Government's have built houses with the safety requirements needed to help with earthquakes. not much else......


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