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The damage depends on the several factors. These factors include the intensity and duration of the vibration's, the nature of the material on which the structure is built and the design on the structure.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoThey result from the moving of rock deep under the ground. This movement is caused by the rubbing of one plate into another. The plates have jagged edges, and so when they rub against each other, they get stuck. Since plates constantly move, the plates that are stuck create great tension, and when they are finally free, a huge amount of energy is released. Shock waves move from focus in all directions, and it causes the earth to vibrate.
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∙ 12y agoBuildings falling onto people, or if the earthquake causes a tsunami, drowning.
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∙ 12y agoMost earthquakes are caused by plates sliding aginst each other.
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∙ 9y agoMost of the damage of an earthquake occur near the epicenter, i hope this helped! ~Aaliyah :)
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∙ 7y agoMost deaths are caused by people being buried under collapsing buildings and raised roadways.
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∙ 11y agoMovement of the tectonic plates.
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What destruction do earthquakes cause?
The destructioncaused by an earthquake are large in loss, it counts loss of life, houses, bridges and dams are destroyed.
What are possible accidents or injuries in earthquake?
loss of life and have to spend a lot of money to come back to normal
How great was the loss of life in China's 1556 earthquake?
It was one of the greatest natural disasters in history. It killed almost a million people! :')
What are the possible solutions of earthquake?
Earthquakes are natural occurrences that humans have no control over. Monitoring an area prone to earthquakes could give the populace a warning. Not building in earthquake areas is another solution to prevent loss of life and property.
How will you give brief report on a problems of earthquake victims?
An earthquake may cause injury and loss of life, road and bridge damage, general property damage (which may or may not be covered by earthquake insurance), and collapse or destabilization (potentially leading to future collapse) of buildings. The aftermath may bring disease, lack of basic necessities, and higher insurance premiums.
What destruction do earthquakes cause?
The destructioncaused by an earthquake are large in loss, it counts loss of life, houses, bridges and dams are destroyed.
what is a metaphor for we lost in the last second?
rubble of what's left in your life after the earthquake of loss has hit
What are possible accidents or injuries in earthquake?
loss of life and have to spend a lot of money to come back to normal
How can an earthquake that occurs beneath the ocean and far from a populated area cause destruction of property and Loss of life?
an earthquake underwater can cause tsunamies whick can cause those things
An earthquake that is very strong or to violent will cause what in the ground?
It will cause the crust to weaken up. This will cause loss of life and property on it.
How great was the loss of life in China's 1556 earthquake?
It was one of the greatest natural disasters in history. It killed almost a million people! :')
Most affected countries during World War 2?
Both China and the USSR suffered serious property damage and loss of life.
Have there been any natural disasters in the last 10 years in New Zealand?
Definitely. In February 2011, there was the Christchurch earthquake, which killed around 185, making it New Zealand's worst natural disaster in terms of loss of life in 80 years. This was preceded by the Canterbury earthquake in September 2010. Although this earthquake did not cause any loss of life, it was certainly the largest in 80 years to affect a major urban area.
What conditions can cause greater loss of life from one earthquake than from another of the same magnitude?
If the Earthquake is in the desert it will not make such an impact on the daily life, nor kill as many people because no building can collapse, no gas pipes to break, or cars to crash.
What was the major reason for the tremendous loss of life during World War 1?
The machine gun was the greatest reason for loss of life during the first world war. Disease was the 2nd biggest reason for loss of life. After the war, over 22 million people died of tuberculosis worldwide.
What city experienced large earthquakes in 1906 and 1989?
Well, there were alot of cities world wide that experienced strong and large earthquakes in both those years (as there are every year), but, in terms of loss of life and damage (and most likely the most well known events), it would have to go to San Francisco and Oakland, CA. The 1906 earthquake was a 7.9- 8.0 earthquake while the 1989 event (Loma Prieta Earthquake) was a 7.1 magnitude.
How does the death toll of the atomic bombings compare with the first ever recorded earthquake?
The Mount Tai Earthquake of 1831 BC (3843 years ago) was only briefly mentioned in the "Bamboo Annals" No loss of life was mentioned.
