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Earthquakes occur near fault lines because they happen when two plates slide into each other. Fault lines run over the space between tectonic plates are resting.
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Where are earthquake most likely to happen?
it accualy depends on what fault it is near and if your location is most vonerable to an a earthquake. in case you are wondering, a fault is a crevice in the earth where the earth is most likely to shake. lots of faults are really dangerous, so it is allways a safe idea to have an earthquake kit if you happen to live near a fault.
Should buildings built near fault lines be earthquake proof?
yes its safer
Does an earthquake always occur where there is a build up of friction along a fault?
yes
Under what circumstances will earthquake occur?
When slippage and movement of a fault occurs, an earthquake results. A fault is a fracture in the Earth's crust. An earthquake is the vibration of Earth produced by the rapid release of energy, usually along a fault.
What is the name of the largest earthquake fualt?
The largest earthquake fault is San Andreas fault.
What type of fault and near what zone did the japan earthquake occurred?
It happened along the Kego Fault zone.
Where are earthquake most likely to happen?
it accualy depends on what fault it is near and if your location is most vonerable to an a earthquake. in case you are wondering, a fault is a crevice in the earth where the earth is most likely to shake. lots of faults are really dangerous, so it is allways a safe idea to have an earthquake kit if you happen to live near a fault.
Where does an earthquake always occur?
Along a plate boundary or a fault line.
Why do scientists think that an earthquake will occur at the San Andrea's fault?
Because it is a fault and earthquakes usually occur near faults.
Why do earthquake occur in the Philippine frequently?
Either they are near fault lines or near tectonic plates (what carry continents)
Is Brazil near any earthquake fault lines or is there any active or dormat volcanoes?
no
Should buildings built near fault lines be earthquake proof?
yes its safer
Why is a major earthquake in California likely to occur in the near future?
It's on a fault line
An earthquake always occurs where there is a build up of friction along a fault.?
yes
Does an earthquake always occur where there is a build up of friction along a fault?
yes
Why is it hazardous to live near a fault?
An earthquake could happen at any time without warning.
Does an earthquake cause a fault?
No an earthquake is caused because in that certain area where the earthquake was , there was a fault line.
