0
Can scientists predict when an earthquake will happen and how do they do it?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
A machine that able them to read the levels of ground movements.
This machine makes a drawing in zigzag
Like a heart beat reader.
When the lines are high there is going to be a big earthquake. low zigzag having stationary lined means not much earthquakes.
Hope this helps!
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Does a seismic gap allow scientists to predict an earthquake?
no.
When the next earthquake hit Hawaii?
It is impossible to predict when an earthquake will happen.
Why can't people predict when earthquakes occur?
Earthquakes do not happen in stages, or are visibly predictable like hurricanes or tornadoes. For example, we can use radars and weather tools to detect them. Earthquakes on the other hand, don't happen in stages so we can not precisely predict the exact timing of the earthquake. Scientists have other ways to predict earthquakes, even thought they can not predict the precise timing of the quakes. See the question below to see how scientists (seismologists) can predict roughly when and how much damage an earthquake can impose.
Is Vancouver going to have an earthquake?
It is 'technically' impossible to predict when an earthquake is going to happen.
Is Trinidad going to get an earthquake soon?
It is 'technically' impossible to predict if an earthquake is going to happen.
Is an 8.0 earthquake going to happen today?
It is impossible to predict an earthquake of any magnitude.
Why can scientists accurately predict where an earthquake will occur?
Because the fault line will act up and that is a warning sign of a earthquake.
Do you mean that earthquake can't be predicted before it comes?
scientists can some times predict earthquakes
Which of these are researchers studying to predict earthquakes?
changes that happen just before an earthquake A+
Why can scientists not accurately predict where an earthquake will occur?
They cannot determine which point along a fault has the most pressure.
How often can an earthquake happen?
Anywhere at anytime..... you can't predict them.They randomly happen, so there is not a specific time it will happen.
What are the benefits and drawbacks of knowing when an earthquake is going to happen?
The Benefits of knowing when an earthquake is going to happen is that scientists can warn everyone in advance.
