Deep Earthquakes Explained
Deep earthquakes occur at significant depths, often between 300 to 700 km, primarily at subduction zones. The mechanisms behind these quakes remain largely speculative, as traditional theories struggle to explain why rocks at such depths behave differently than expected. One proposed explanation involves solid state transitions of minerals, which may trigger earthquakes through implosion-like effects.In this clip
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Episode 125: Earthquakes
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