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They are called aftershocks, or tremors.
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What are intense vibrations felt throughout Earth's crust during an earthquake called?
Seismic waves
Can you feel an earthquake while flying?
Maybe if your on a private plane. Lower to the ground. I believe it's possible that way..but not in a commercial plane to far up in latitude
Underground center of an earthquake?
Earthquakes occur underground and are felt on the surface. The center of an earthquake on the surface is called the epicenter, and the center of the earthquake underground, where it occurs, is called the hypocenter or focus.
Can an earthquake be felt on an elevator?
Yes, Earthquakes are often more easily felt on the higher floors of buildings.
What is the magnitude of the tremors felt in Greensboro NC from the Virginia earthquake?
5.9
What are intense vibrations felt throughout Earth's crust during an earthquake called?
Seismic waves
What are the intense vibrations felt throughout earths crust during an earthquake?
Siesmac waves
How does an ocean earthquake work?
An oceanic earthquake works almost similar to any earthquake on land. In an underwater earthquake, the seafloor moves, causing vibrations in the ground and shockwaves. When near land, these tremors can be felt. Depending on the magnitude and the type of plate boundary (convergent, transform or divergent), it can cause tsunamis.
Will more shocks be felt after a strong earthquake?
will more shocks be felt after a storng earthquake
Have you ever touched a tree and felt the vibrations?
All living things have discernible vibrations. Try connecting to the vibrations of stone.
Could noise pollution be felt as vibrations?
Yes, all noise is vibration from the sound waves. Deep noise can also be felt physically as vibrations.
Can you feel an earthquake while flying?
Maybe if your on a private plane. Lower to the ground. I believe it's possible that way..but not in a commercial plane to far up in latitude
If Acapulco had an earthquake would it be felt in Cancun?
The earthquake was known to be felt in Mexico City in addition to Acapulco.
Can tornado create earthquake?
Tornadoes cannot cause earthquakes per se, nor are they caused by earthquakes. Tornadoes do produce some ground vibrations, but these are very mild and cannot even be felt by people.
What happens when an earthquake is occurring?
Earthquakes are caused by things deep in the ground called plates. When plates shift and collide or rub against each other, that is when an earthquake is felt.
How does an intensity 5 earthquake differ from an intensity 7 earthquake?
An intensity 5 earthquake is felt by a few number of people outdoors while an intensity 7 earthquake is felt generally by people outdoors
What is a vibration caused by an earthquake called?
seismic waves
