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On March 11 alone, there were 200+ aftershocks. From the 9.0 magnitude earthquake on Friday March 11 05:46:23 UTC until March 31 midnight there were approximately 2,806 earthquakes ranging in magnitude 3.9 through 7.9.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 15y agoThis earthquake occurred as a result of stresses generated by the motion of the Arabian plate northward against the Eurasian plate at a rate of approximately 3 centimeters (1 inch) per year.
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∙ 13y agoThere aftershocks were similar the way we have it now in our world.
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What is the wave called as an aftershock of a hurricane?
Hurricanes do not have aftershocks; earthquakes do. The waves of any earthquake are seismic waves.
What is the chance of another earthquake happening in Japan?
Earthquakes in Japan are very common. Like in Minnesota, some earthquakes are so small, they cant feel them! If you mean the chances of a catastrophic earthquake, not very high. The big earthquake that just happened recently was the 4th biggest earthquake in RECORDED JAPAN HISTORY. which should tell you how low the chance is. But if you mean the chances of a small one, still not very high, but higher than a catasrtrophic one. Japan has earthquakes a lot, and i went to Tokyo a few weeks ago, and i was there for about a week. up until the big earthquake (which was 2 days before my birthday), there werent any. But after the big one, the aftershocks were non-stop. the chance of aftershocks(which are smaller earthquakes after a regular one) are very high, especially after a catastrophic one. But dont fret- as long as you get to a safe place- like under a table or stand in a doorway- you should be just fine. Japan is a BEAUTIFUL country, and i would move there in a heartbeat!
What is it called when earthquake that occurs after a large earthquake centered in the same area?
I think you may be referring to aftershocks. Aftershocks are smaller tremors that can occur at any time for months after an earthquake as the pressure within Earth's crust is gradually released.
Why did japan survive the quake but not the tsunamis?
Because Japan is a earth quake prone country and has houses and other things built for surviving an earthquake up to 10 magnitude. But Japan wasn't, in any way prepared for the tsunami.
Why did japan survive the quake but not the tsunami?
Because Japan is a earth quake prone country and has houses and other things built for surviving an earthquake up to 10 magnitude. But Japan wasn't, in any way prepared for the tsunami.
Were there any aftershocks following the Haitian earthquake in January 2010?
Yes. There are nearly always aftershocks after a big earthquake. Please see the related question for more information.
Did the March 11 2011 Japan earthquake break any records?
Yes. The March 11, 2011 earthquake in Japan was the most powerful known earthquake ever to have hit Japan, and one of the five most powerful earthquakes in the world overall since modern record-keeping began in 1900.
Have there been any aftershocks since the earthquake struck Illinois in the middle of the night on February 10 2010?
no
What is the wave called as an aftershock of a hurricane?
Hurricanes do not have aftershocks; earthquakes do. The waves of any earthquake are seismic waves.
What is the chance of another earthquake happening in Japan?
Earthquakes in Japan are very common. Like in Minnesota, some earthquakes are so small, they cant feel them! If you mean the chances of a catastrophic earthquake, not very high. The big earthquake that just happened recently was the 4th biggest earthquake in RECORDED JAPAN HISTORY. which should tell you how low the chance is. But if you mean the chances of a small one, still not very high, but higher than a catasrtrophic one. Japan has earthquakes a lot, and i went to Tokyo a few weeks ago, and i was there for about a week. up until the big earthquake (which was 2 days before my birthday), there werent any. But after the big one, the aftershocks were non-stop. the chance of aftershocks(which are smaller earthquakes after a regular one) are very high, especially after a catastrophic one. But dont fret- as long as you get to a safe place- like under a table or stand in a doorway- you should be just fine. Japan is a BEAUTIFUL country, and i would move there in a heartbeat!
What is it called when earthquake that occurs after a large earthquake centered in the same area?
I think you may be referring to aftershocks. Aftershocks are smaller tremors that can occur at any time for months after an earthquake as the pressure within Earth's crust is gradually released.
Where there any lasting effects in the japan earthquake?
Yes.
Where there any earthquakes in Japan in the olden days?
Yes, Japan is an earthquake hot spot
You want to use shockwaves in small sentences?
The passing jet's shockwaves almost knocked me down. An earthquake's aftershocks are a type of shockwave. Shockwave? What shockwave? I didn't feel any shockwave.
Who was affected in the 2011 Queensland earthquake?
There wasn't any earthquake in Queens;and in 2011 - at least, none that had any noticeable impact. The natural disaster that struck Queensland in 2011 was widespread floods almost throughout the entire, huge state.
How japan tsunami 2011 effect Pakistan?
The 2011 Japan Tsunami did not affect Pakistan in any way.
How long after an earthquake is the phenomenon of additional quakes considered an aftershock?
Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur after a larger event (the mainshock) in the same area. If an even larger earthquake occurs, then the original mainshock becomes a foreshock and the bigger event becomes the mainshock.
