Earthquakes and Landslides Quiz

<p>Ground shaking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The transformation of solid rocks and soil into a liquid-like state during ground shaking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It's the actual location of the seismic wave that causes the earthquake (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Heavy rainfall (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tsunamis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The horizontal or vertical displacement of the ground surface along the fault zone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mudflow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A rockfall (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Atmospheric pressure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Albay (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lahar (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>7.8 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The buildup of pressure from magma accumulating in the magma chamber (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased soil fertility (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pyroclastic Flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tephra (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lava flows are slow-moving, while pyroclastic flows are fast-moving. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The eruption of Mt. Pinatubo (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Magnitude focuses on the energy released by the earthquake, while intensity measures the shaking's impact on the ground and structures. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formation of sinkholes and subsidence of the ground. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By underwater landslides caused by seismic activity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It assesses the severity of an earthquake's shaking based on its impact on structures and people. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The rupture of gas and electric lines during ground shaking and displacement. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It records seismic waves, providing data on the magnitude and location of earthquakes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Volcanic eruptions triggered by seismic activity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The PEIS assesses damage, while the Richter scale measures energy released. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Naturally occurring processes causing damage and loss of life.

A sudden movement of the earth due to strain release from tectonic activities.

A fracture in rock bodies where displacement can be seen.

The location inside the earth where the earthquake originates.

The point on the earth's surface directly above the hypocenter.

Vibration of the ground during an earthquake, causing damage.

Horizontal or vertical movement of the ground along a fault line.

Transformation of solid ground to a liquid-like state during shaking.

A set of long, high ocean waves caused by an underwater earthquake or disturbance.

Consequences of earthquakes that occur but are not directly caused by the shaking.

An instrument used to detect and measure the size of seismic waves from an earthquake.

The total energy released by an earthquake, measured on a scale.

A logarithmic scale used to rate the magnitude of earthquakes based on energy released.

A measure of the ground shaking based on damage to structures and people’s experiences.

A scale developed to quantify the intensity of earthquakes in the Philippines based on local geography.

Destruction caused by ruptured gas and electric lines during an earthquake, leading to fires and explosions.

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake on July 16, 1990, in Luzon, Philippines, causing 2,412 deaths.

The discharge of materials and gas from a volcano triggered by magma pressure buildup.

Molten rock or magma that erupts and flows downhill from volcanic openings.

A fast-moving mass of hot ash, gases, and magma fragments that can be lethal.

Rock fragments and lava blobs ejected by a volcanic eruption that can damage structures.

A destructive mixture of volcanic debris and water flowing down the slopes of a volcano.

A significant eruption in 1991 that killed about 800 people in the Philippines.

Adverse effects from volcanic activity that can harm organisms and the environment.

One of the biggest eruptions in the 20th century, occurring in the Philippines.

Movement of earth materials downward along a slope, caused by various factors.

Downward flow of fine-grained materials like clay and sand during a landslide.

A fast-moving flow of water and earth debris, resembling a viscous fluid.

Movement of loose rock down a slope due to gravity.