The Ultimate Earthquake Quiz
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Which of the following is the definition of an earthquake?

  • A natural phenomenon that generates seismic waves (correct)
  • A sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust
  • A point on the fault plane where slippage occurs
  • A man-made event that generates seismic waves

    • What is the epicenter of an earthquake?

  • A fracture on the Earth's crust
  • The point directly above the hypocenter on the Earth's surface (correct)
  • The point on the fault where the first movement occurs
  • The maximum stress point on the fault plane

    • What is the focus or hypocenter of an earthquake?

  • A point on the fault plane where slippage occurs (correct)
  • The maximum stress point on the fault plane
  • A natural phenomenon that generates seismic waves
  • The point directly above the hypocenter on the Earth's surface

    • Which earthquake event resulted in the largest loss of life?

    <p>Shaanxi, China earthquake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Urban Seismology?

    <p>To study the integrated picture of a complex field</p> Signup and view all the answers

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