Faulting (Noun)
Meaning
(geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other; "they built it right over a geological fault"; "he studied the faulting of the earth's crust".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The earthquake was a direct result of stress accumulation along the major faulting line that runs through the region.
- A team of seismologists was sent to study the faulting in the area to better understand the cause of the recent tremors.
- The mountain formation occurred due to millions of years of continuous faulting and uplift.
- Researchers have been analyzing the geological history of the area, focusing on the faulting patterns that have shaped the landscape over time.
- The new building design took into consideration the potential risks associated with the nearby faulting, incorporating advanced seismic-resistant features.