Earthquake cycle

The earthquake cycle refers to the geological process through which stress accumulates along a fault line until it is released in the form of an earthquake. This cycle can be broken down into several key stages: 1. **Stress Accumulation**: Tectonic forces generated by the movement of the Earth's lithospheric plates lead to the accumulation of stress along fault lines. This stress builds up over time as the plates continue to push against each other without slipping.