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Earthquakes kill more people in poorer countries, such as Haiti, than richer countries, such as Chile, because the richer countries can afford to build houses made with stronger materials. In Haiti, lots of families were poor and lived in mud houses or houses made with weak materials, so when the earthquake came, the houses and buildings fell down and killed more people, but in Chile, not as many people died because the houses and buildings protected them.
Also, another factor is the price of medical care. in Haiti, they couldn't afford enough medical care for everyone, while Chile could.
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Are earthquakes located within specific areas or scattered throughout the world?
Specific areas
How many earthquakes happened in the year 2000?
The USGS detected 22,256 earthquakes in the year 2000 although they estimate that a much larger number occur (> 1,000,000) than can be detected as the vast majority of earthquakes are very small and occur far away from seismometer stations.
How many earthquakes occur in Utah each year?
more than a thousand each year
How many earthquakes in 2013?
As Nov 27, 2012 there were 16,667 recorded earthquakes in 2012 worldwide and 3,836 in the United States according to the USGS National Earthquake Center.However, the USGS estimates that several million earthquakes occur in the world each year and go undetected because they hit remote areas or have very small magnitudes so the actual number would be much larger.To see a list of more recent (or historic) earthquakes, visit the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
How many earthquakes are detected around the world?
On average, there are roughly 20,000 - 30,000 recorded earthquakes worldwide every year by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National Earthquake Information Center.Between 2000 and 2012 the average number of earthquakes in just the US alone was 3,820 per year that are magnitude 2.5 or higher.However, the USGS estimates that several million earthquakes occur in the world each year and go undetected because they hit remote areas or have very small magnitudes.
Are earthquakes located within specific areas or scattered throughout the world?
Specific areas
Is there a place that has both tornadoes and earthquakes?
Yes. Most areas of the world can get tornadoes and at least small earthquakes.
Why do you get big earthquakes happening in some areas of the world and small earthquakes happening in other parts of the world?
You won't get the answer here. Why don't you just look on the encyclopedia.
Why do some areas of the world have more earthquakes than others?
Some areas have more earthquakes because they are located near tectonic plate boundaries where the Earth's plates interact and cause seismic activity. The movement of these plates can lead to the buildup of stress in the Earth's crust, which is released as earthquakes. Areas with more active faults are more likely to experience frequent earthquakes.
Are the earthquakes located in specific areas or are they scattered around the world?
Earthquakes are usually concentrated along plate boundaries where tectonic plates interact. This includes regions like the Pacific Ring of Fire and the Himalayas. However, earthquakes can occur in other areas as well, though less frequently.
What areas of the world have the most earthquakes?
Indonesia is in a very active seismic zone, also, but by virtue of its larger size than Japan, it has more total earthquakes.
Is there going to be a earth quake today?
There are earthquakes everyday around the world. Most aren't felt or in areas where there are no people.
Do subduction zones cause earthquakes?
Yes, subduction zones are significant sites for earthquakes. They occur when one tectonic plate is forced beneath another, creating intense pressure and friction along the boundary. This buildup of stress can eventually be released in the form of earthquakes, which can be quite powerful and damaging. Many of the world's largest earthquakes occur in subduction zone regions.
IS there anyway to determine what parts of the world are most prone to earthquakes?
Yes, areas along tectonic plate boundaries are most prone to earthquakes as they experience the most geological activity. Regions such as the Pacific Ring of Fire, where several tectonic plates meet, tend to have more frequent and severe earthquakes. Additionally, areas with historical seismic activity records can also be identified as prone to earthquakes.
How many earthquakes were recorded in 2008?
There were 22,289 recorded earthquakes in 2011 worldwide according to the USGS. However, the USGS estimates that several million earthquakes occur in the world each year and go undetected because they hit remote areas or have very small magnitudes.
Who has more earthquakes Japan or California?
Japan. It has a lot of earthquakes, and is one of the most affected areas in the world. Because of their technology level (compared to countries like Indonesia and Fiji), Japan is the country with the most earthquakes reported each year. Though, that doesn't mean it's the country with the most earthquakes. But it certainly has more earthquakes than California.
Do many earthquakes occur?
On average, there are roughly 20,000 - 30,000 recorded earthquakes every year.The USGS estimates that several million earthquakes occur in the world each year but many go undetected because they hit remote areas or have very small magnitudes.
