Unveiling the Geological Divide: Contrasts Between Intraplate and Plate Boundary Earthquakes.
1 Ph.D. candidate, Center for Earthquake Research and Information, University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, United States.
2 Ph.D. student, Center for Earthquake Research and Information, University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, United States.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(02), 599–606
Publication history:
Received on 29 December 2023; revised on 05 February 2024; accepted on 09 February 2024
Abstract:
This review compares the distinctions between interplate earthquakes, primarily situated at plate boundaries, and intraplate earthquakes occurring within the interior of tectonic plates. While plate tectonics effectively explains the mechanisms of interplate seismicity, intraplate earthquakes, notably observed in northeast Asia, pose a more intricate puzzle with no overarching model. This study tackles the fundamental question of whether these two seismic categories exhibit similarities, exploring their respective origins and variations. Despite the challenges associated with understanding intraplate earthquakes due to their infrequency compared to plate-boundary seismic events, this comparative analysis seeks to provide insights into the shared and unique aspects of these significant geological occurrences.
Keywords:
Interplate earthquakes; Intraplate earthquakes; Plate tectonics; Seismic hazards; Plate Boundary
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