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michelleunicorn

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An important tool in identifying ancient earthquakes is the offset of _______________ layers.
  Fill in the blank with correct word.

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An area of a fault that has had significantly fewer earthquakes than the areas around it is known as a(n) _______________. (two words)
  Fill in the blank with correct word.



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: sediment, sedimentary

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: seismic gap





 

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