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Are earthquakes magnetic?
Not that we have observed. Earthquakes are almost entirely a mechanical process.
What occurs at the edge of tectonic plates?
Scientists observed that volcanoes and earthquakes occur at the edge of tectonic plates.
How did you discover that the outer core was liquid?
Scientists discovered that the outer core of the Earth is liquid by studying seismic waves generated by earthquakes. They observed that S waves do not travel through the outer core, indicating that it is liquid, while P waves do, suggesting that the inner core is solid. This finding led to the understanding of the Earth's layered structure.
Ground begins to act like a liquid?
During earthquakes in an event calledliquefaction. This has been observed several times in Japan where buildings sink into the ground as if they were suddenly standing over water.
How is it known that earthquakes are the result of movement along faults?
Earthquakes are known to be the result of movement along faults because geologists have observed that seismic activity coincides with fault lines. The stress buildup between tectonic plates along these faults causes them to suddenly release energy in the form of an earthquake. Studying the patterns of seismic activity and fault movements helps scientists understand and predict earthquakes.
Which earthquake scale would be most appropriate to describe historic earthquakes where seismograph records are not available?
The Mercalli intensity scale would be most appropriate for describing historic earthquakes where seismograph records are not available. This scale categorizes earthquakes based on the observed effects on people, buildings, and the environment rather than on instrumental measurements. It provides a qualitative description of the earthquake's intensity and impact.
Why is it easier to assign mercalli intensity to historic earthquakes than it is to give them a Richter-type magnitude?
It is easier to assign Mercalli intensity to historic earthquakes because it relies on the observed effects and damage caused by the earthquake rather than instrumental recordings, making it applicable for events that predate modern seismic instrumentation. Richter-type magnitude calculations, on the other hand, require precise instrumental measurements which are often not available for historic earthquakes.
Is the modified mercalli scale still used today?
Yes, the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale is still used today to measure the intensity of earthquakes based on observed effects on people, buildings, and the environment. It provides a valuable complement to seismic magnitude scales in assessing the impact of earthquakes on society.
What processes can be observed at the margins of lithospheric plates?
At plate margins, processes such as subduction, where one plate is forced beneath another, occur. This can lead to the formation of deep ocean trenches. Additionally, plate margins can be locations of volcanic activity and earthquakes due to the movement and interaction of the plates.
Where can a compressional wave be found?
Compressional waves can be found in various mediums, such as solids, liquids, and gases. They are commonly observed in earthquakes, sound waves in air or water, and seismic waves in the Earth's crust.
What geologic events occur at transform boundries?
Earthquakes
How earthquakes are meassured?
How earthquakes are meassured
