fault lines

Fault lines are breaks or fractures in Earth's crust where rocks have slipped past each other. They form due to tectonic forces causing Earth's plates to move. Imagine a large, rigid surface that, over time, develops cracks that can shift or slide during earthquakes. These faults vary in size and activity; some are barely active, while others can produce powerful quakes when stress builds up and is suddenly released. Fault lines are important because they are often sites of seismic activity, shaping the landscape and posing earthquake risks in affected regions.