GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -strike-slip fault-a fault on which the two blocks slide past one another. The San Andreas Fault is an example of a right lateral fault.

Detailed explanation-2: -what type of fault is the San Andreas? A San Andreas earthquake would be classified as occurring on a strike-slip fault. Strike-slip faults are found along boundaries of tectonic plates sliding past each other.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fault: Strike-slip In a strike-slip fault, the movement of blocks along a fault is horizontal. The fault motion of a strike-slip fault is caused by shearing forces. Other names: transcurrent fault, lateral fault, tear fault or wrench fault.

Detailed explanation-4: -The San Andreas Fault is part of a transform plate boundary that disrupts the topography of an ancient subduction zone.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Hayward Fault splinters from the Calaveras Fault, an offshoot of the San Andreas Fault, near Hollister. All three faults are right-lateral strike-slip faults. This is a type of shearing force where the right block moves toward you and the left block moves away.