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← GeographyWhich outcome frequently results along strike-slip faults during interseismic periods?
A)Elastic strain energy accumulation.✓
B)Mafic magma plume upwelling.
C)Enhanced carbonate mineral formation.
D)Widespread glacial isostatic rebound.
💡 Explanation
Elastic strain builds because frictional resistance prevents continuous sliding; this elastic rebound mechanism leads to stress accumulation. Therefore, energy accumulates along the fault, rather than immediate release via creep or through mineral alteration processes.
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