Geodinámica interna de Costa Rica

Abstract

A geodynamic map of Costa Rica has been compilated from different sources. The map includes Pilo-Pleistocene to Recen volcanic centers, magnitud Mb ≥4,5 earthquakes for the period 1964 to 1986, interplate and intraplate focal mechanism solutions for selected earthquakes, Quaternary and Recent faulting, Bouguer gravimetric anomalies with free air anomalies offshore, heat flow,  and maximum horizontal compressive neotectonic stress directions. The compiled data may be partially explained by a simple geodynamic model that depends pricipally on the morphology of the Cocos plate and its convergence process.