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In a way, Yes. A triangle is a very strong shape, and any force that is set onto it is usually dealt with. But it wouldn't be practical. Earthquake proof houses usually have strong foundations, or are made to move with the land when an earthquake occurs. So, it would be okay, but in a sentence, it wouldn't be very nice to live in, imagine the size of the attic. :3
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Are most buildings around the world earthquake proof?
no, i don't think that all buildings around the world are earthquake proof because not all earth quakes are all over the world.
What is a seismic safe building?
No building is seismic safe. No building is earthquake proof. However, there are steps that can be taken to make buildings more earthquake resistant. Concrete buildings made without rebar will collapse in an earthquake. Concrete buildings and concrete block buildings in Guatemala that hold up in earthquakes are those that use a lot of rebar. It is also important to use metal straps to tie the roof to the walls. The straps are inexpensive, but they maintain the integrity of the building. The roof should have cross pieces.
Which earthquake waves do the most damage to surface structures and buildings?
Surface waves
What kind of shaking can a building withstand the best in an earthquake?
Most buildings can withstand vertical shaking
Which city is earthquake proof?
ok so Irvine California is a safer spot than most in California because it is a newer city.
Where would it be of most importance to have earthquake proof buildings?
Japan
Are most buildings around the world earthquake proof?
no, i don't think that all buildings around the world are earthquake proof because not all earth quakes are all over the world.
What are proof buildings?
things that are resistant. For example steel is fireproof meaning it shall not be destroyed by fire no matter what. Many disater-prone cities use earthquake proof or hurrican proof. Most buildings in Japan had some sort of standing structure since they were ready for earthquakes and hurricanes.
What can withstand an earthquake?
Most buildings that are designed to.
What is a seismic safe building?
No building is seismic safe. No building is earthquake proof. However, there are steps that can be taken to make buildings more earthquake resistant. Concrete buildings made without rebar will collapse in an earthquake. Concrete buildings and concrete block buildings in Guatemala that hold up in earthquakes are those that use a lot of rebar. It is also important to use metal straps to tie the roof to the walls. The straps are inexpensive, but they maintain the integrity of the building. The roof should have cross pieces.
What is the most important thing to do during an earthquake?
Avoid tall buildings.
Which earthquake waves do the most damage to surface structures and buildings?
Surface waves
What kind of structures suffer the most severe damage from a earthquake?
Brick buildings.
How people where injured in Haiti earthquake?
Most of the people died in Haiti because of the many buildings that were destroyed by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake.
Are there other natural disasters that you experienced yet?
Yes. I experienced the Chilean earthquake of Feb. 27, 2010, the 8th biggest recorded earthquake in history. It happened at 3 am and was super strong, however most buildings in Chile are "earthquake proof" due to Chile being a seismic zone (has the biggest recorded earthquake in history!) so there wasn't significant damage done to the infrastructure of Chile.
What kind of shaking can a building withstand the best in an earthquake?
Most buildings can withstand vertical shaking
Any building that wish to survive a substantial earthquake should be able to do this?
Any building that wish to survive a substantial earthquake should be able to sway. Most buildings in Japan are constructed with isolation bearings, that allow the buildings to sway from side to side during an earthquake.
