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Why does the marina district of San francisco suffer more damage from earthquakes than surronding areas?
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Because of liquefaction, the soil is moist and loose. When the loose soil is shaken so hard that individual grains separate making it possible to swallow entire buildings.
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What causes more damage shallow or deep focus earthquakes?
Shallow focus earthquakes generally cause more damage.
What earthquake was accompanied by extensive fire damage?
Many earthquakes have been accompanied by extensive fire damage. In modern times, 2 come to my mind. In the San Francisco quake of 1906, the resulting fire did arguably as much damage as the quake itself. The Tokyo 1923 earthquake also had extensive associated fire damage.
Earthquakes in England?
England is not that prone to earthquakes. However, there have also been some earthquakes that have caused damage but not as much damage compared to other parts of the world. The largest earthquake that hit the country was in 1931 with a magnitude of 6.1.
Why earthquakes cause more damage than others?
The biggest earthquakes do not always cause the most damage if they strike unpopulated areas, or areas where the local infrastructure was built to withstand severe earthquakes. Also some big earthquakes may be high in intensity, but very short in duration, causing less damage.
What are facts about earthquakes?
they are highly disastrous and can cause SERIOUS damage
Why does the Marina District of San Francisco suffer more damage from earthquakes than surrounding areas?
Because of the earthquake that happened at pot royal.-_-
Why did the marina district sustain more damage than any other place in San Francisco in 1989?
because they decide to die
What year has had the most earthquakes?
This year in 2011 probably has the most earthquakes ever.
What causes more damage shallow or deep focus earthquakes?
Shallow focus earthquakes generally cause more damage.
What damage do earthquakes tsunamis and landslides cause?
A lot of damage
What earthquake was accompanied by extensive fire damage?
Many earthquakes have been accompanied by extensive fire damage. In modern times, 2 come to my mind. In the San Francisco quake of 1906, the resulting fire did arguably as much damage as the quake itself. The Tokyo 1923 earthquake also had extensive associated fire damage.
Can a tsunami do damage inside the san francisco bay?
Yes, tsunamis have actually hit the Bay Area as a result of several earthquakes, for example, the most recent being the Japan earthquake in March.
Major danger of earthquakes?
Earthquakes can cause several types of damage. Some of the major damage they can cause are collapsed building, sinkholes, tsunamis, and loss of life.
Earthquakes in England?
England is not that prone to earthquakes. However, there have also been some earthquakes that have caused damage but not as much damage compared to other parts of the world. The largest earthquake that hit the country was in 1931 with a magnitude of 6.1.
Why earthquakes cause more damage than others?
The biggest earthquakes do not always cause the most damage if they strike unpopulated areas, or areas where the local infrastructure was built to withstand severe earthquakes. Also some big earthquakes may be high in intensity, but very short in duration, causing less damage.
What are the primary dangers of volcanoes and earthquakes and earthquakes?
*volcanoes Earthquakes and vOlcanoes can cause much damage among an area if it's shaken to pieces.
How do earthquakes damage coral reefs?
no i dont know
