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Brittle–ductile transition zone

earth science Maturity 7-9

Deep rocks change how they act.

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Near the top, rocks can snap. Far below, they act like soft clay. This spot is where many shakes happen. It is a very strong place. Can you feel the ground shake? We live on top of these rocks.

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