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Q: What evidence did scientists have before the 2010 earthquake that christchurch was at earthquake risk?
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Will Christchurch have another earthquake?

It's very possible that Christchurch could have another earthquake. However, the possibility is low, as Christchurch had no major earthquake before the earthquake in 2010.


What was the population in Christchurch before the earthquake?

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What is Christchurch known for?

Christchurch was known to have large number of heritage buildings than other cities in New Zealand like Auckland and Wellington before September 4, 2010 earthquake


Why did people hear a lound rumble before the shaking began in christchurch earthquake?

Because Maoris are chacing a 10c coin


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What evidence do scientists have that continents were once joined?

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How big is Christchurch city?

The Canterbury earthquake was 7.1 on the Richter scale, and unusually shallow at 10 km. It is expected that the largest aftershock could be up to 6 on the Richter scale, and they are expected to last for many months. This particular fault line, previously unknown, has been quiet for at least 16 000 years - before the current glacial and gravel outwashes created the Canterbury Plains.


How long was it before new evidence emerged to support wegener's original theory?

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When is trinidads and tobago next earthquake?

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How is energy of an earthquake stored before the earthquake?

the energy is stored before the earthquake in the exinstle manner of the earthquake. The exinstile manner is below the earthquake where the rumble happens.