5 Questions
Which term is derived from the Greek word meaning 'earthquake'?
Seismic waves
What happens to soft deposits like clay during an earthquake?
They turn into jelly
Who discovered that most earthquake damage is caused by moving waves?
Robert Mallet
What did Richard Oldham realize about seismic waves?
They travel at different speeds
Who realized that seismic waves could be used to probe the Earth's interior?
Andrija Mohorovicic
Test your knowledge about seismic waves and their impact on the Earth's surface with this quiz. Learn about the causes and effects of seismic waves, including liquefaction, and discover the Greek origins of the term "seismos." Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the movement of materials within the Earth during an earthquake.
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