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Earth's crust shift into each other causing an earthquake
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Is nz 2010 earthquake finished?
No not quite aftershocks can even occur for a couple of days after the main earthquake.
How can you tell an earthquake is gonna happen?
No, they can't tell that it is a foreshock until a larger earthquake happens. (The largest main earthquake is called the mainshock)
What are the smaller earthquakes that occur following the main earthquake?
These are known as aftershocks.
What is an earthquake after shock?
Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur after a larger earthquake in the same area. They are a result of the earths crust near the fault rupture readjusting as a result of the main earthquake (also known as the "main shock").
What do you call the vibration which occurs after main earthquake?
The earthquakes after a major earthquake in the same area are called aftershocks.
What are the four main reasons for a tsumani?
comet strike ,earthquake, landslide on land or sea massive sea floor rise or subside
What is anthropogenic activities on lands?
mining is one of the main reasons for the formation of an earthquake.. and it has the most effect on the surface of the earth.. hope this was enough.. :)
aftershock?
a small earthquake that follows the main earthquake
After shock?
A small earthquake that follows the main earthquake.
When is the after shock earthquake?
It's a smaller (or sometimes larger) earthquake after the main earthquake
What are some reasons why the damage from the earthquake was so severe?
the type of earthquake was a strong one and the building were not made to withstand an earthquake
What is the smaller shake called that follows the main earthquake?
The smaller shake after the main earthquake is called an aftershock or tremor.
How long do after shocks happen after an earthquake?
By this you could mean 2 things:How long after the main earthquake do aftershocks occur?A: This depends on the magnitude of the main quake, and the faultline and how much tension there is between the tectonic plates.2. For how long after the main earthquake do aftershocks occur?A: This again depends on the magnitude of the main earthquake and the faultline.
What are some of the main reasons as to why bridges collapse?
There are a huge variety of reasons why bridges collapse, it is dependent on the bridge type, construction material and location. Some of the major reasons are; earthquake, boat impact, flooding, construction accidents, manufacturing defect, design faults or lack of maintenance.
What is a main shock?
A main shock is the largest earthquake in a sequence.
What are earthquake after earthquake?
A small earthquake that happens after a larger one is called an aftershock. Aftershocks happen because the crust in the area where the main earthquake happened is adjusting to the earthquake's effects.
What are the main causes of tsunamis?
Tsunamis occur after an earthquake. Earthquakes that occur in the middle of the ocean can force a tsunami to make landfall.
