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Megathrust earthquakes: Modeling the long and short of subduction zones
Plates at subduction zones typically move just a few centimeters ... which describe material flow in the mantle; and the friction between tectonic plates, to more accurately capture the mechanics ...
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An earthquake rattled the Cascadia fault 325 years ago. Here’s what we know about the massive quake
January 26 marked the 325th anniversary since the last earthquake struck the Cascadia subduction zone. Centuries later, the ancient quake has left clues for scientists to prepare for the next one.
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Fukushima tsunami: scientists drill 26,000 feet into the heart of the seismic fault
Scientists hope to better understand how subduction zones accumulate and release seismic energy ... the JFAST mission in 2012 had already revealed thermal anomalies linked to friction during the ...
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Megathrust earthquakes: Modeling the long and short of subduction zones
Megathrust earthquakes occur when stress at subduction zones is released, causing significant plate slippage. These events disrupt long-term tectonic changes, complicating modeling efforts.