Paleoseismology

Paleoseismology

Paleoseismology is the study of ancient earthquakes and the geological evidence they leave behind. It focuses on identifying and analysing past seismic activity by examining features in the Earth’s crust, such as faults, sediment layers, and disrupted landforms. The goal of paleoseismology is to understand the history of earthquakes in a specific area, including their frequency, magnitude, and effects over thousands to millions of years.