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When slippage and movement of a fault occurs, an earthquake results. A fault is a fracture in the Earth's crust. An earthquake is the vibration of Earth produced by the rapid release of energy, usually along a fault.

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What does a soda fountain sell when you have an earthquake?

A soda fountain sells soft drinks, so it would still sell the same beverages during an earthquake as it would under normal circumstances. It may need to temporarily suspend service or close if the earthquake causes unsafe conditions in the establishment.


Does an earthquake occur only in continental crust?

No, earthquakes can occur anywhere in the crust, oceanic crust or continental crust. An earthquake occurs when the hard brittle solid material of the crust fractures under stress. Earthquakes cannot occur deeper than the crust (the mantle is plastic and flows slowly under stress instead of fracturing, the outer core is liquid and flows even easier than the mantle).


Is a 10.0 earthquake possible in the near future?

While it is theoretically possible for a 10.0 earthquake to occur in the future, the likelihood of such a powerful earthquake happening in the near future is extremely low. Earthquakes of that magnitude are very rare and typically occur over longer time periods.


Do waves occur before or after an earthquake?

waves occur all the time but after an earthquake tidal waves occur. Tidal waves are the cause of the tectonic plates colliding underwater. After the collision over time the wave goes form a small bump in the water to growing bigger and bigger into giant super wave capable of destroying towns.


How long before an earthquake do foreshocks occur?

Foreshocks can occur hours, days, or even weeks before a larger earthquake, but there is no definitive timeline. Foreshocks are smaller earthquakes that precede a larger mainshock, and their occurrence can vary depending on the specific earthquake event.