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Should laws say that building built near faults must be earthquake proof?
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∙ 11y ago
Because it is safer
Mossie Auer
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∙ 11y agoYes beacuse people need to be safe.
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Should laws say that buildings built near faults must be earthquake proof explain?
They all do have laws for making a building earthquake proof.
How faults produce earthquakes?
Faults DO NOT produce earthquakes, faults are produced by earthquakes. This means that earthquake loci are centered on and along faults. The energy released by an earthquake is the stress energy built up as a result of plate tectonic forces.
What do earthquake shock absorbers do?
Earthquake shock absorbers do exactly what they say on the tin, they absorb some of the energy generated by an earthquake, in order to prevent structural damage. Most tall building in San Francisco are built on the shock absorbers, so that they can still stand after an earthquake
What does substrate have to do with earthquake damage?
Substrate is defined as a material that provides the surface on which something is deposited. The degree and amount of earthquake damage is partially dependent upon the substrate of the building. If the structure is not structurally sound and built upon earthquake approved foundations, then damage will be greater.
How do i stay safe Living in a upstairs apartment during an earthquake?
If you live in a suitably built building, it should withstand most shocks, though serious earthquakes still propose some threat... A cellar is generally better though...
Should laws say that buildings built near faults must be earthquake proof explain?
They all do have laws for making a building earthquake proof.
How faults produce earthquakes?
Faults DO NOT produce earthquakes, faults are produced by earthquakes. This means that earthquake loci are centered on and along faults. The energy released by an earthquake is the stress energy built up as a result of plate tectonic forces.
Why not all movement along faults produce earthquakes?
Faults DO NOT produce earthquakes, faults are produced by earthquakes. This means that earthquake loci are centered on and along faults. The energy released by an earthquake is the strain energy built up as a result of plate tectonic forces. Some faults move easily and thus no strain energy builds up.
Should laws say that the buildings built near faults must be earthquake poof?
Yes and they all ready do have laws that do this. In Calfornia we build to the strictest standards.
When was the first earthquake proof building built?
the first earthquake proof building was first built in 1954.This was The Australian NEW Parliament House, which will not crumble, however it will collapse into itself.
During an earthquake what is likely to happen to a building built on loose soil and rock?
It will collapse .
How often does an active earthquake fault move?
There is no set timing. Faults move when pressure has built up sufficiently. Unfortunately we cannot predict such events.
Which type of building would most likely survive an earthquake?
Any that are built in an earthquake area if you don't want them to fall. And any that would not stand on their own in an earthquake.
How do you build a safe earthquake building?
To be earthquake proof, buildings, structures and their foundations need to be built to be resistant to sideways loads. The lighter the building is, the less the loads. This is particularly so when the weight is higher up. Where possible the roof should be of light-weight material. For more info check the link.
What kind of building designs are safe for an earthquake?
buildings need to 'flex' and have suspension built into their foundations to resist earthquakes.
What kinds of damage can an earthquake do on the structures in the built environment?
Several factors determine the structural damage from an earthquake including, the proximity to active earthquake faults; the building construction (type of building, foundation, materials used, and quality of workmanship); the local site conditions (type and condition of soil, slope of the land, and fill material); and the geologic structure of the earth beneath the structure.
How weak are buildings in Haiti?
some building weren't built up to standard to they weren't that strong and broke when a earthquake happened
