Transcurrent Fault (Strike-Slip Fault) - Vertically dipping fault that results from horizontal shear stress. Slip movement during an earthquake is sideways rather than up or down.

Transcurrent Fault (Strike-Slip Fault)

Vertically dipping fault that results from horizontal shear stress. Slip movement during an earthquake is sideways rather than up or down.

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