What is another word for fault line?
Pronunciation: [fˈɒlt lˈa͡ɪn] (IPA) 
A fault line is a geological formation that occurs when two tectonic plates move past each other, resulting in a fracture or separation in the Earth's crust. There are various synonyms for the term "fault line," including rift zone, fracture zone, seismogenic zone, and shear zone. Other terms that are sometimes used to describe geological formations similar to fault lines include fault systems, fault networks, and fault complexes. Regardless of the terminology used, fault lines are important to geologists and seismologists alike, as they are often associated with earthquakes, volcanoes, and other seismic activity that can have significant impacts on human populations and the natural environment.
