Left-Lateral Motion Diagram
By Earthquake Hazards Program
2021 (approx.)
Detailed Description
Diagram of left-lateral motion on fault. If you were to stand on the fault and look along its length, this is a type of strike-slip fault where the left block moves toward you and the right block moves away. See also right-lateral.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.
Image courtesy of Steven Dutch, University of Wisconsin