ISSN:
1420-9136
Keywords:
Crustal model
;
Central U.S.
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Geosciences
,
Physics
Notes:
Summary Earthquake investigations in the central United States require a realistic crustal model for accurate location of seismic events, for the determination of earthquake source parameters, and for theoretical ground motion prediction for an assumed earthquake source. A number of crustal models have been proposed which were based on first arrival refraction data obtained from artificial and natural seismic sources. The reflectivity method for generating realistic theoretical seismograms is used together with recently acquired refraction survey data to distinguish among several of the proposed crustal models. The data used in this study preclude a definitive statement about the nature of the lower crust in the region. However, a crust with two or more layers in the upper 20 km immediately below the basement is preferred. The absence of prominent near yertical reflections suggests that the layers may be separated by rapid velocity gradients rather than by sharp discontinuities.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00874684
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