10 Questions
What is the term used to describe the ground shaking caused by an earthquake?
Ground shaking
What are the factors that affect the intensity of ground shaking during an earthquake?
Magnitude, distance, and local geological conditions
What is the result of structures built across the fault zone during an earthquake?
They will collapse
What occurs when sand or soil mixes with groundwater during an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 or higher?
Liquefaction
What is the term used to describe the movement of the fault zone during an earthquake?
Ground rupture
What is the term used to describe the zones with variable width where fractures have developed?
Deformation zones
What is the minimum magnitude of an earthquake required for liquefaction to occur?
4.5
What is the primary hazard that can cause landslides or tsunamis?
Ground shaking
What type of hazards occur as a direct result of an earthquake?
Primary hazards
What is the term used to describe the movement of the ground during an earthquake?
Ground shaking
Test your knowledge on the devastating effects of earthquakes, including their sudden occurrence, economic and human losses, and impact on socioeconomic development. Learn about the hazards posed by earthquakes and how they can be mitigated. Take this quiz to assess your understanding of earthquake disasters and their consequences.
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