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How can an understanding of wave motion help explain what happens during an earthquake?
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∙ 14y ago
Because the wave motion (also known as seismic waves) determine how minor or major an Earthquake is. This is because seismic waves are caused by tension in the Earth's crust due to our tetonic plates rubbing together irregularly.
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Can you explain how the transfer of energy as seismic waves is related to the frequency and magnitude of earthquake in a region?
They both based on the amount of energy that is released during earthquake
Give one fact about earthquakes start with a?
A seiche, is what happens in the swimming pools of Californians during and after an earthquake.
What happens to the Earth's crust during an earthquake?
it erodes but i cant erode cauz erode means to eat through so it shifts
5 What happens to soil during and after an earthquake?
The soil becomes a liquid or a solid depending on the magnitude of the earthquake. Also the soil becomes decomposed by octopus because octopus eat chicken.
How can understanding modern-day earthquake myths help you to help keep your family safe in the event of an earthquake?
If people believe these myths, earthquakes may seem more frightening than they really are. During an earthquake, people need to stay calm, not run off worrying about these not true myths.
What happens above the earth ground during and earthquake?
Boom
How does a landslide or rockslide happen?
It usually happens after or during an earthquake.
How do you protect yourself during an earthquake explain about one page?
you dont you die
What happens scientifically during an earthquake?
There is a sudden movement in the earths crust in an earthquake. However, lava does not appear
What happens during this type of plate movement?
when the plates crash each other the earthquake happens
What happens on land during an earthquake?
it shakes it cracks and opens up wide
During the earthquake most damage is seen on earth's crust why?
was there any damage to the earthquake plate situated near Japan please explain thankyou
Can you explain how the transfer of energy as seismic waves is related to the frequency and magnitude of earthquake in a region?
They both based on the amount of energy that is released during earthquake
What happens to railway tracks during earthquake?
They often get messed up, and must be repaired.
What is measured by Richter scale?
A Richter scale measures the movement of the earths surface which happens during an earthquake.
Give one fact about earthquakes start with a?
A seiche, is what happens in the swimming pools of Californians during and after an earthquake.
What happens to the Earth's crust during an earthquake?
it erodes but i cant erode cauz erode means to eat through so it shifts
