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BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life (2020 – ...)

2020 • 1 season
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Season 1

BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life · S1E33 — Active Faults

Sep 30, 2023 · 15 min

Synopsis

Earthquakes inflict widespread destruction, collapsing buildings and claiming lives. These seismic events often originate from active faults, where sudden shifts in the earth's crust generate powerful tremors. Japan has meticulously cataloged known active faults and is diligently studying each to forecast potential earthquake magnitudes. Simultaneously, surveys are underway to identify previously undiscovered faults. This segment explores the work of a researcher who employs ultrasonic waves emi