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Broken water pipes would be the main reason. In some cases tsunamis follow earthquakes in costal regions as we have seen in Japan.

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Are aftershocks the primary or secondary effects of an earthquake?

The difference between them is that Primary effects happen during the earthquake e.g. Casualties, Damage to parking structures & free ways. But with Secondary effects they happen after an earthquake e.g. Fire, Landslides & Liquefaction


What are the problems faced by earthquake victims?

Earthquake victims often face challenges such as displacement from their homes, loss of property and livelihoods, physical injuries, emotional trauma, and lack of access to basic necessities like food, water, and shelter. They may also experience difficulty in accessing medical care and long-term support for recovery and rebuilding their lives.


What is the point on the surface nearest the earthquake?

The point on the Earth's surface directly above the earthquake's hypocenter is known as the epicenter. It is the location where seismic waves originate, causing the most intense shaking during an earthquake. Scientists use seismographs to pinpoint the epicenter by detecting the arrival times of seismic waves at different stations.


What is a activity of an earthquake?

One activity of an earthquake is the shaking or vibration of the ground caused by the release of energy along fault lines. This shaking can vary in intensity and duration depending on the magnitude of the earthquake. Other activities can include ground rupture, landslides, and tsunamis in coastal areas.


What is the magnitude and length and damage of the 1927 china earthquake?

The 1927 Gulang earthquake in China had a magnitude of approximately 7.6. It caused extensive damage in the Gansu province, with over 200,000 fatalities reported. The earthquake also triggered landslides and destroyed buildings, leaving many people homeless.

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