If that section of the fault has not moved since 1906, how many centimeters of stress have accumulated, assuming a speed of movement of 5.6 cm/yr?
The 1906 San Francisco earthquake resulted in a maximum 8.5 m (28 ft) of movement along the San Andreas Fault around Point Reyes.
What will be an ideal response?
604.8 cm or 6 m.
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Ozone is produced by
A. The burning of coal B. Combustion of sulphur-containing fuel C. Decaying organic matter D. Photochemical oxidation E. Incomplete burning of fuels
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a. desert dust b. ventifact c. desert faceted rock d. desert varnish
Cylindrical Projection
What will be an ideal response?