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where the fault is at or the epicenter which is not where the earthquake starts it is the focus where the earthquake starts

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Where do tsunamis originate and how do they form?

Tsunamis originate from underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides. When these events displace a large amount of water, it creates a series of powerful waves that travel across the ocean.


What is the measurement of how likely an area is to have damaging earthquakes called?

The measurement of how likely an area is to have damaging earthquakes is called seismic hazard. It assesses the probability of ground shaking exceeding a certain intensity within a specific timeframe.


How can you determine if you live in an area where earthquakes are likely to occur?

You can determine if you live in an area prone to earthquakes by checking seismic activity maps, historical earthquake data, fault lines, and geological reports specific to your region. Living near tectonic plate boundaries such as the Ring of Fire increases the likelihood of earthquakes. Additionally, if you notice frequent small tremors or localized infrastructure built to withstand earthquakes, it’s likely you live in a high-risk area.


Are earthquakes internal or external forces of change?

Earthquakes are internal forces of change caused by tectonic plate movement and stress release along faults within the Earth's crust. They are not considered external forces as they originate from within the Earth.


What causes more damage shallow or deep focus earthquakes?

Shallow-focus earthquakes cause more damage than deep-focus earthquakes. This is because shallow-focus earthquakes originate closer to the Earth's surface, which allows the energy to be more concentrated and lead to stronger shaking and more destruction of structures. Deep-focus earthquakes, occurring deeper underground, tend to have their energy dissipate before reaching the surface.

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Where are earthquakes mosty likely to originate and why they originate in these places?

Most earthquakes occur in the area known as the Ring of Fire that encircles around the Pacific Ocean on the shore lines. There is a lot of earthquake activity in this area due to the unstable pacific tectonic plate pushing against the other continental plates causing faults on the earths crust. You can learn more by searching The Ring of Fire.


Type of 1994 Chevy 1500 transmission?

mosty likely a 700r4 if it is a four speed


How does earthquakes originate?

how do earquakes originate. they are caused by tectonic plates shifting beneath the surface of the earth. the movement causes part of the surface to shake which we call earthquakes.


What is Mosty Małe's population?

Mosty Małe's population is 75.


When was Mosty u Jablunkova created?

Mosty u Jablunkova was created in 15##.


What is Mosty u Jablunkova's population?

Mosty u Jablunkova's population is 3,997.


Fault boundaries are especally likely to cause earthquakes?

Transform boundaries are particularly likely to cause earthquakes.


What is the area of Mosty u Jablunkova?

The area of Mosty u Jablunkova is 33.95 square kilometers.


Volcanoes and earthquakes are likely to occur?

Yes, they are likely to occur.


Are earthquakes likely to occur in Fiji?

NO.


What plate is associated with earthquakes that their depths originate more than 100 km?

Convergent


On the West Coast of United States is most likely to get earthquakes?

Yes, the west coast of the United States is the most likely to get earthquakes.