Earthquake Basics Quiz
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What is the seismic activity of an area?

  • The shaking and displacing of the ground
  • The point at ground level directly above the hypocenter
  • The frequency, type, and size of earthquakes experienced over a particular time (correct)
  • The intensity of earthquakes

    • What is the average rate of seismic energy release per unit volume at a particular location in the Earth?

  • Seismic waves
  • Seismicity (correct)
  • Hypocenter
  • Seismic activity

    • What is the point of initial rupture in an earthquake called?

  • Epicenter
  • Seismic waves
  • Hypocenter or focus (correct)
  • Tremor

    • What may be displaced sufficiently to cause a tsunami if the epicenter of a large earthquake is located offshore?

    <p>The seabed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are earthquakes caused mostly by?

    <p>Rupture of geological faults</p> Signup and view all the answers

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