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None that are currently known to scientists. There is some research studying the small earthquakes that often precede larger ones, but most small earthquakes occur independently of large ones.

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How do people know that an earthquake is coming?

People can know that an earthquake is coming by monitoring changes in seismic activity, such as increased shaking or foreshocks, using seismometers. There are also early warning systems in some regions that can alert people of an impending earthquake seconds to minutes before it hits. Additionally, animals may exhibit unusual behavior before an earthquake, providing a natural warning sign.


Major earthquake are sometime preceded by smaller earthquakes - true or false?

True! The small magnitude earthquakes that sometimes precede a major earthquake are known as fore shocks.


How do you say earthquake in sign language?

Hi: Take the index finger and thumb of one hand and lift the fist of the other. Then let go and shake both fists side by side.


How much warning is there before an earthquake?

There is typically very little to no warning before an earthquake occurs. While scientists can monitor seismic activity and identify areas with higher risk, they cannot predict exactly when an earthquake will happen. It is important to be prepared at all times for potential earthquakes.


What is earthquake measuring machine?

An earthquake measuring machine, also known as a seismometer or seismograph, is a device that detects and records seismic waves produced by earthquakes. These machines provide information about the location, magnitude, and characteristics of an earthquake, helping to monitor and study seismic activity. They are essential tools for earthquake research, monitoring, and early warning systems.

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A merging traffic sign is an example of a sign?

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What is called the shaking of the ground that proceeds an earthquake?

The shaking of the ground that precedes an earthquake is called foreshocks. Foreshocks are smaller seismic events that occur before the main earthquake and can give a warning sign of an impending larger quake.


Is A school crossing sign is an example of warning sign?

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 In that room there was a button that had a warning sign above it.?

That warning sign said: WARNING! Self destruct on it.


How do people know that an earthquake is coming?

People can know that an earthquake is coming by monitoring changes in seismic activity, such as increased shaking or foreshocks, using seismometers. There are also early warning systems in some regions that can alert people of an impending earthquake seconds to minutes before it hits. Additionally, animals may exhibit unusual behavior before an earthquake, providing a natural warning sign.


What school crossing sign is an example of a?

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What is a warning sing?

A warning SIGN - is a sign telling of dangerous conditions ahead


When was Warning Sign - song - created?

Warning Sign - song - was created in 1985.


How much warning was there on the Japan tsunami and earthquake in March 2011?

There was little to no warning about the coming of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan on March 2011.


What is a tsunami warning device?

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Is a rest sign a warning sign?

no


Is there a way to detect and earthquake?

Yes, earthquake is the breakdown of geological structure. There is the pre-warning wave emitted out before the start of the earthquake. However, the detection can only give a warning at a short period of time.