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Can hurricanes and earthquakes happen underwater?

Hurricanes do not form underwater, as they require warm ocean water. Earthquakes can certainly occur underwater, known as underwater earthquakes, and can trigger tsunamis due to the displacement of water.


What are the earthquakes called that are far from plate boundaries and why do they occur?

Earthquakes that occur far from plate boundaries are called intraplate earthquakes. These earthquakes can happen due to the reactivation of ancient faults or the buildup of stress within a tectonic plate caused by various geological processes, such as volcanic activity or the movement of magma. They are less frequent than tectonic earthquakes at plate boundaries but can still be significant due to the accumulated stress in the crust.


Do all natural earthquakes occur along plate boundaries?

Not all they can occur inside plates due to slip on a fault or fracture, they can also occur after mass wasting events (landslides) and due to volcanic activity where as magma shifts underground it breaks up rocks causing small earthquakes often refered to as magmatic tremor.


When have earthquakes happened in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin does not experience frequent earthquakes due to its location in the interior of the North American tectonic plate. However, there have been some small earthquakes recorded in the state, but they are rare and generally not significant in terms of damage or impact.


Did Oregon had earthquakes?

Yes, Oregon experiences earthquakes due to its location along the Cascadia Subduction Zone. This fault line is capable of producing powerful earthquakes, including the potential for a major earthquake known as "the Big One." Oregon is at risk for seismic activity and has experienced earthquakes in the past.

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Why does the house shake during earthquakes?

The house shakes during earthquakes because the ground beneath it is moving violently due to the release of energy from tectonic plate movements. This movement causes the house to sway and shake, leading to potential damage or collapse.


How much does the Burj Dubai sway?

Due to it's flexibility, it can sway up to about 5.5 feet.


Why building collapse due to earthquakes?

cause


What is difference between sway and non-sway frames?

Sway frames are those that have lateral stability due to rigidity in their structure, while non-sway frames lack this lateral stability and have to rely on bracing or other systems to provide resistance to lateral forces. Sway frames are typically more resistant to racking movements and are often preferred in structures where lateral loads need to be resisted efficiently.


Why should a car sway on a 96 BMW 328i after putting new inner tie rods and tires?

A car may sway after putting new inner tie rods due to corrosion. This may also be due to the tie rods being uneven.


Is the motion of lithospheric plates a major cause of earthquakes?

It is the main cause of earthquakes. However you may get minor earthquakes due to volcanic activity or mass wasting events.


What may happen due to movement of crustal plates?

earthquakes


Can s waves cause destruction that is due to earthquakes?

yes they can


What is the theory that explains why you have earthquakes?

Due to the disturbances in tectonic plates


What place does not have earthquakes?

Antarctica is a continent that experiences very few earthquakes due to its location on a stable part of the Earth's crust.


What are some causes of earthquakes?

If seen broadly we can say that earthquakes are caused due to two major reasons. The first reason is the eruption of volcanoes, which are sudden, and as is known volcanoes are seat of inner disturbance and can effect the plates which is the second cause of earthquakes. Earthquakes are caused due to disturbance in the movement of plates, which again can be caused due to various reasons like under crust waves or cracks in the plates.


Why are trees moving?

Trees are moving due to the wind blowing against their branches and leaves, causing them to sway and bend.