Slab Foundation Vs. Pier And Beam: Which Is More Common?

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prathap konasam on Instagram: "Plate Tectonic: Basics and Importance A tectonic or lithospheric plate is a vast slab of solid rock. Types of Plates: It comprises both continental and oceanic lithosphere, these plates glide over the asthenosphere as cohesive units. A plate’s classification as ‘continental’ or ‘oceanic’ depends on which type of plate dominates it. Example: Pacific plate- Oceanic; Eurasian plate- Continental Significance: It is the most recent and widely accepted theory that explai

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Joemar Sombero on Instagram: "🌍 EARTH UNDER PRESSURE — LAST 24 HOURS 🌋 January 26, 2026 The planet has been quietly releasing energy across major tectonic boundaries, with multiple moderate earthquakes and ongoing volcanic activity recorded worldwide. ⚡ Seismic activity highlights: • Offshore Japan — movement along the Pacific Plate subduction zone • Indonesia & the southwest Pacific — deep-focus quakes from a descending slab • Alaska & the Andes — routine stress release along active plate mar