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Why do earthquakes cause more damage in western south America and central America?
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∙ 12y ago
Because the fault lines are on the caost of South America, not in Central America.
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What causes more damage shallow or deep focus earthquakes?
Shallow focus earthquakes generally cause more damage.
What damage do earthquakes tsunamis and landslides cause?
A lot of damage
Major danger of earthquakes?
Earthquakes can cause several types of damage. Some of the major damage they can cause are collapsed building, sinkholes, tsunamis, and loss of life.
Earthquakes in England?
England is not that prone to earthquakes. However, there have also been some earthquakes that have caused damage but not as much damage compared to other parts of the world. The largest earthquake that hit the country was in 1931 with a magnitude of 6.1.
Why earthquakes cause more damage than others?
The biggest earthquakes do not always cause the most damage if they strike unpopulated areas, or areas where the local infrastructure was built to withstand severe earthquakes. Also some big earthquakes may be high in intensity, but very short in duration, causing less damage.
What are the primary dangers of volcanoes and earthquakes and earthquakes?
*volcanoes Earthquakes and vOlcanoes can cause much damage among an area if it's shaken to pieces.
How do earthquakes damage coral reefs?
no i dont know
Where are the local effects of an earthquakes?
Local effects of earthquakes include ground shaking and rupture, fires, and damage.
How are earthquakes and volcanoes related?
earthquakes and volcano's are related in some sorts of ways, one of these ways are the damage they do.
Does an earthquake cause damage?
Many do, yes. Some earthquakes cause abolsutely catestrophic damage.
Can earthquakes kill people?
Yes, earthquakes caused damage in the place where it happened. Many people may be killed for it.
How are nuclear disasters caused by earthquakes?
Earthquakes can damage the safety systems of nuclear power plants, which can lead to meltdowns.
