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Which of the following is NOT classified as a primary earthquake hazard?
Which of the following is NOT classified as a primary earthquake hazard?
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Which phenomenon occurs as a direct result of ground shaking during an earthquake?
Which phenomenon occurs as a direct result of ground shaking during an earthquake?
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Where is the epicenter of an earthquake located?
Where is the epicenter of an earthquake located?
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What can ground rupture cause to structures built across fault lines?
What can ground rupture cause to structures built across fault lines?
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How can ground shaking trigger other hazards such as landslides?
How can ground shaking trigger other hazards such as landslides?
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Which factor is NOT related to the intensity of ground shaking?
Which factor is NOT related to the intensity of ground shaking?
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What is meant by liquefaction during an earthquake?
What is meant by liquefaction during an earthquake?
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What is a characteristic of surface rupture?
What is a characteristic of surface rupture?
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What is the recommended buffer zone distance for constructing buildings near fault lines?
What is the recommended buffer zone distance for constructing buildings near fault lines?
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What significant change occurred during the 1999 Chi-Chi Earthquake?
What significant change occurred during the 1999 Chi-Chi Earthquake?
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What earthquake magnitude is typically strong enough to trigger a rock fall?
What earthquake magnitude is typically strong enough to trigger a rock fall?
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Which of the following is NOT a contributing factor to landslides?
Which of the following is NOT a contributing factor to landslides?
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Which geological fault was identified during the 2013 Bohol Earthquake?
Which geological fault was identified during the 2013 Bohol Earthquake?
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What role does gravity play in landslides?
What role does gravity play in landslides?
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Which of the following statements about surface rupture is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about surface rupture is incorrect?
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What is the primary advisory response to a destructive tsunami warning?
What is the primary advisory response to a destructive tsunami warning?
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What natural occurrence can create a seiche?
What natural occurrence can create a seiche?
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What is a potential consequence of a tsunami hitting land?
What is a potential consequence of a tsunami hitting land?
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Which of the following can cause fires after an earthquake?
Which of the following can cause fires after an earthquake?
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How should boats already at sea respond after a tsunami warning?
How should boats already at sea respond after a tsunami warning?
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What conditions make an area more prone to liquefaction?
What conditions make an area more prone to liquefaction?
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What is a primary hazard that can lead to secondary hazards during an earthquake?
What is a primary hazard that can lead to secondary hazards during an earthquake?
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How quickly can locally-generated tsunamis arrive after an earthquake?
How quickly can locally-generated tsunamis arrive after an earthquake?
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Which earthquake is noted for its example of liquefaction?
Which earthquake is noted for its example of liquefaction?
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What is the difference between the two types of tsunamis mentioned?
What is the difference between the two types of tsunamis mentioned?
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Which event resulted in significant destruction and was classified as a locally-generated tsunami?
Which event resulted in significant destruction and was classified as a locally-generated tsunami?
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Which of the following areas are typically more susceptible to liquefaction?
Which of the following areas are typically more susceptible to liquefaction?
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What happens to the ground once the shaking from an earthquake stops?
What happens to the ground once the shaking from an earthquake stops?
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What signal may indicate an impending tsunami related to an earthquake?
What signal may indicate an impending tsunami related to an earthquake?
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What happens to the ocean water before a tsunami arrives?
What happens to the ocean water before a tsunami arrives?
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What sound might indicate the approach of a tsunami?
What sound might indicate the approach of a tsunami?
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In a PHIVOLCS Tsunami Warning, what does a GREEN advisory indicate?
In a PHIVOLCS Tsunami Warning, what does a GREEN advisory indicate?
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What precaution should people take when a YELLOW advisory is issued?
What precaution should people take when a YELLOW advisory is issued?
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What does an ORANGE advisory signal in relation to sea level disturbance?
What does an ORANGE advisory signal in relation to sea level disturbance?
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Which of the following should NOT be done during potential tsunami conditions?
Which of the following should NOT be done during potential tsunami conditions?
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