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Is big ben earthquake resistant?
The building which houses Big Ben was built long before we worried about earthquakes. But England only rarely has very minor earthquakes.
Which building material does not generally withstand shaking from earthquakes?
Adobe
What terms describes a structure made to withstand earthquakes?
Disaster (natural)
How big are Australia's earthquakes?
As big as regular earthquakes.
Why earthquakes cause more damage than others?
The biggest earthquakes do not always cause the most damage if they strike unpopulated areas, or areas where the local infrastructure was built to withstand severe earthquakes. Also some big earthquakes may be high in intensity, but very short in duration, causing less damage.
Is it true that Big Ben in London still called Big Ben?
Yes, Big Ben is still called Big Ben.
What do people learn from earthquakes?
How to prepared for the next earthquake. For example, construction has enhanced significantly due to earthquakes. Buildings are now built to withstand any earthquake.
What are the problems faced by people in trying to reduce earthquakes?
There is no way to reduce an earthquake, however you can reduce the damage an earhquake causes by constructing buildings to withstand earthquakes.
Why do you get big earthquakes?
we get big earthquakes because, the bigger the land is moving the bigger the earthquake.
Why is it important for us to indentify areas which are prone to earthquakes?
Areas prone to earthquakes should be identified so that people can prepare for them. Most notably, bridges and public buildings should be built to withstand earthquakes.
What is big ben in french?
Big Ben !
Where is Big Ben in Texas?
Big Ben is in London, England.
