answersLogoWhite

0

An oral or written account of previous earthquake activity and location in, near or on the meeting of tectonic or lithospheric plates may serve to predict the location of a future earthquake.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

If scientist cant predict when earthquakes will happen why do they still studt these natural events?

They can't predict the time or the location of earthquakes. They can provide probable data on expected times and location an earthquake with better assurance than in the past but not exact times or dates.


How has predicting earthquakes change overtime?

Now, scientists can only predict the location and what it could do. They can't predict exactly when, example would be, they only know an earthquake will hit Japan between now and 10 years. They also can't predict how big/destructive it will be. (Not very helpful, predicting earthquakes...)


What can scientists predict about earthquakes?

Scientists can predict where earthquakes are likely to occur based on the movement of tectonic plates. They can also estimate the magnitude of potential earthquakes by studying historical seismic activity in a region. However, predicting the exact time, location, and intensity of an earthquake is still a major challenge in the field of seismology.


Will the earthquake in 2012 happen?

There will be earthquakes in 2012 (and there already have been), as earthquakes occur every day. If you are referring to the global earthquake that is supposed to end the world, then no. Such an event is impossible.


Can scientist predict large earthquakes?

Scientists are able to predict large earthquakes to a certain extent. With the use of certain statistical methods, many earthquakes are able to be predicted.


What are two things geologists can't predict about earthquakes?

(i)Time frame within which it must occur. (ii)Location where after shocks are likely to occur.


What was can be used to predict earthquakes?

witchcraft


Why is it important for scientist to develop ways to predict earthquakes?

It is important for scientists to develop ways to predict earthquakes. By it they can measure when the next one would be.


Do scientist have the power to control or predict earthquakes?

Scientists have no power to control earthquakes, nor to specifically predict them, but a logical area that the earthquakes would take place is along the plates of the earths crust. (Their shifting leads to earthquakes)


Why is it difficult to predict earthquakes?

Predicting earthquakes is challenging because they are caused by complex interactions between tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface, which are difficult to monitor and understand. The exact timing and location of earthquakes are unpredictable due to the many variables involved in the process.


Do scientists use satellite data to predict earthquakes?

Yes, through the use of global positioning systemsscientists use satellite data to predict earthquakes.


What gas can be used to predict earthquakes?

radon

Trending Questions
Where do you go after ursula steals the trident in kingdom hearts? What major artery or vein supplies the head and neck with oxygen-rich blood? Your heart went to 200 after five minutes of moderate exercise should you be worried? I have a 1997 ford expedition and when i drive the dash lights flicker such as the low wash and abs and 4x4 lights on the dash but the battery is fine but in the morning my battery is dead? What is the fram oil filter cross reference for ac delco oil filter pf46? Can you use soapstone to make a mold and a crucible for silver metal? What is the cap of minimum votes a political party must secure in election to get the status of a state party as decided by the election commission of India? What is the plural for itch? How did the Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights limit the power of the Monarchy? What years are interchangeable with a 1990 kawasaki bayou 220? What painter has the initials M K A? What are words that start with a E? How do you get news helicopter on transformers decepticon? Who is Igraine's husband? How old are the rugrats in All grown up? What factions formed political parties? The left side of the heart pumps oxygen poor blood to the? What ports worried Jefferson that napoleon would not let the Americans use? You already have your ears tragus and belly button piercings as well as a piercing on the right side of your back your ankle and your wrist What should you get next? What is the simple subject in this sentence 'That family enjoys music'?