5 Questions
During an earthquake, ________________ lose their strength in response to strong ground shaking.
loosely packed, water-logged sediments at or near the ground surface
Tsunamis, also known as Seismic Sea Waves, are caused by the ________________ during an earthquake.
vertical displacement of the ocean floor
Seiches are characterized by the rhythmic splashing of water in _________________.
lakes, reservoirs, and enclosed basins
In the open ocean, tsunamis can pass undetected because their height is usually ________________.
<1 m
The first warning sign of an approaching tsunami is the ________________ of water from beaches.
relatively rapid withdrawal
Test your knowledge on liquefaction and seiches with this quiz! Learn about the phenomenon of liquefaction, where water-logged sediments lose their strength after strong ground shaking. Explore seiches, the rhythmic splashing of water in lakes and reservoirs. Discover the connection between tsunamis and seismic sea waves caused by vertical displacement of the ocean floor during earthquakes.
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