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Why are earthquakes generated near the surface considered most damaging?
Why are earthquakes generated near the surface considered most damaging?
- They trigger tsunamis
- They cause volcanic eruptions
- They release more energy
- Due to their proximity to the built environment (correct)
What type of debris is typically generated as an aftermath of an earthquake?
What type of debris is typically generated as an aftermath of an earthquake?
- Oil slicks
- Radioactive waste
- Building and infrastructure damage (correct)
- Chemical spills
What is the primary cause of an earthquake?
What is the primary cause of an earthquake?
- Fracture in the earth's crust (correct)
- Volcanic eruption
- Underground mining activities
- Tectonic plate movement
How does earthquake debris differ from debris caused by hurricanes and floods?
How does earthquake debris differ from debris caused by hurricanes and floods?
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What makes earthquakes relatively infrequent compared to other types of natural disasters?
What makes earthquakes relatively infrequent compared to other types of natural disasters?
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