epicenter
seismogram
the entisety of an earthquake
the motion is called seismogram
seismogram
A seismogram. That is when an earthquake shakes a pendulum and it records it on a rotating drum.
From one seismogram, you can learn about the timing, magnitude, and location of an earthquake. By analyzing the wave patterns captured on the seismogram, seismologists can determine the earthquake's Richter magnitude, depth, and distance from the seismograph station that recorded it.
"Shake, Rattle, and Roll". But seriously folks, it's called a "seismogram".
A seismogram is a graph that displays the ground motion recorded by a seismometer during an earthquake. Seismograms are used to determine important characteristics of the earthquake, such as its magnitude, depth, and location.
From a single seismogram, you can learn about the magnitude, duration, and type of seismic waves generated by an earthquake, as well as the event's approximate location based on the arrival times of different wave types. However, you cannot determine the fault mechanism, depth of the earthquake, or the full extent of damage and effects without additional data from multiple seismograms or networks. Furthermore, a single seismogram lacks information about aftershocks or the broader geological context surrounding the event.
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A seismogram can provide information about the time, magnitude, and location of an earthquake, as well as the direction the seismic waves traveled. However, it cannot directly provide information about the cause of the earthquake or the specific geological structures involved.
The small waves on a seismogram after an earthquake typically represent aftershocks or smaller tremors following the main earthquake event. These waves can vary in size and frequency but are usually less intense than the initial earthquake.