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Why do earthquakes seem much larger in the Mid west compared to the west?
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Why these earthquakes seem much larger in the Midwest compared to those in the West?
The soft soils of the Midwest amplify the shaking (much like jello does) compared to the hard near surface rock in the West.
Which State is larger in area-Arkansas or West Virginia?
Florida has an area of 65,755 square miles. Compared to West Virginia's 24,230 square miles, Florida has a larger area.
How do earthquakes differ in the east and the west?
Earthquakes in the east tend to be shallower and less frequent compared to the west. The eastern regions usually experience smaller magnitude earthquakes due to the lack of tectonic plate boundaries. In contrast, the western regions, like the Pacific Ring of Fire, are more seismically active with deeper and more powerful earthquakes caused by tectonic plate movements.
Are volcanoes and earthquakes more likely in North Carolina?
More likely than where? please make your questions unambiguous. In general the east side of the US is less likely to have earthquakes and volcanoes as compared to the west side.
On the West Coast of United States is most likely to get earthquakes?
Yes, the west coast of the United States is the most likely to get earthquakes.
Why are there fewer earthquakes in the center of the US than on the west coast?
Because the water attracts earthquakes
Is Key West Larger Or Smaller Than Boston?
Boston Is Much Larger Than Key West
Is east or west Antarctica larger?
The answer is that west antarctica! ;)
Where do you live to avoid earthquakes in the US?
Well, if you want to avoid earthquakes, I would live on either the East coast or in the middle of the US. However, if you live on the east coast, you'll probably get hit with a hurricane. and if you live in the middle, it has a chance of getting hit with a tornado.
Are there places in the US where earthquakes will probably not occur in the near future explain your answer?
Certain areas in the central and eastern United States, such as the Midwest and the East Coast, have lower seismic activity compared to the West Coast. These regions are located away from major tectonic plate boundaries where most earthquakes occur, making the likelihood of earthquakes less probable in the near future. However, no place is completely immune to seismic activity, as small earthquakes can still occur in unexpected areas.
Do earthquakes happen in Pennsylvania?
Yes, earthquakes can and do occur in Pennsylvania, although they are generally less frequent and less intense compared to more seismically active regions like California. The state has experienced small to moderate earthquakes, with the most notable being a magnitude 5.2 quake near West Chester in 1994. Most earthquakes in Pennsylvania are minor and go unnoticed by the general population. However, the potential for seismic activity exists due to the underlying geology of the region.
