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It is important to known how long an earthquake will last so that scientist will know if there will be a bigger one. The bigger earthquakes are called main-shock.
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How long do big earthquakes last?
it depends on how strong it is.
Were there earthquakes before humans were on earth?
Humans have walked the earth for the last 50 - 200K years. There have been earthquakes since the formation of the planet ~4.5 billions years ago - long before humans were around.
How long will Saturn's rings last?
We don't yet know how old saturn's rings. When we are able to figure it out we can find out how long they will last.
How long do republics usually last?
Republics can last as long as the people believe that service to the government is more important then anything. The citizens have to help by serving the government.
What are long range earthquake forecasts based on the idea that earthquakes are what?
repetative
How long do big earthquakes last?
it depends on how strong it is.
What are some important things to know regarding annuity payments?
Important things to know are how much you are being charged and the amount you can expect. Also, you may want to know how long the payments will last and if they are taxable.
What is the difference between long-term earthquakes and short-term?
long term earthquakes are earthquakes that are for a long period of time and short term earthquakes are when the earthquakes are for a short period of time
How long do cornrows last?
I don't know how long can cornrows last?
How long did the turkey earthquake last?
There have been many earthquakes in Turkey that lasted for varied periods. Most of the earthquakes have lasted for about 30 seconds leaving so many fatalities and so much damage.
How long does earthquakes end?
Usually only a few minutes. there's really no definant answer. some can last only a few seconds.
What are easy earthquake questions?
Some good questions about earthquakes are:What is an earthquake?How long do earthquakes last?Is there an 'earthquake season' or 'earthquake weather'?Where is the safest place to be in an earthquake?Will the ground open up during an earthquake?What is a seismometer, seismograph, and a seismogram?When was the seismograph invented?What is the Richter Scale?Do many small earthquakes prevent larger earthquakes?Can we predict earthquakes?What is liquefaction?
How long does a baguette last for?
As far as I know, baguettes last as long as a diamond and "diamonds are forever".
Were there earthquakes before humans were on earth?
Humans have walked the earth for the last 50 - 200K years. There have been earthquakes since the formation of the planet ~4.5 billions years ago - long before humans were around.
How big are the earthquakes?
The earthquakes will be 90%-81% of the largest 40,000km long.
How long does Halloween candy last in the refrigerator?
I don't know, but it'll last for a long time in the freezer.
How long does an earthquake last?
there were 1,320 aftershocks The shaking that began at 5:46 lasted for 20 seconds.
