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Is there a difference between the hypocenter and the focus of an earthquake?

No. The are both terms which describe the point or region within the earth's lithosphere below the surface where an earthquake begins.


What was the worst earthquake that has happened to the US?

The worst US earthquake in terms of impact on people was probably the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake which is estimated to have led to the deaths of over 3,000 people and to have left between 227,000 and 300,000 people homeless out of a population of 410,000. In terms of magnitude, the worst earthquake in recorded US history was the 1964 Alaska earthquake which had a moment magnitude of 9.2. This makes it the most powerful earthquake recorded in the US and Canada and the second most powerful earthquake recorded on Earth by seismometer.


What causes walls and buildings to crumble during an earthquake?

During an earthquake, the shaking from the ground can cause the foundation of walls and buildings to become unstable. This can lead to cracks forming in the structure, weakening its overall integrity. Additionally, the force of the earthquake may cause parts of the walls or building to collapse due to the inability of the structure to withstand the movement.


How much stronger is a 7.1 earthquake compared to a 7.0 earthquake?

A 7.1 earthquake is approximately 10 times stronger in terms of energy release compared to a 7.0 earthquake. The Richter scale is logarithmic, meaning each whole number increase represents a tenfold increase in amplitude and roughly 31.6 times more energy released.


How much greater is a magnitude 7.0 earthquake over a 6.0 earthquake?

The magnitude of an earthquake is measured on a logarithmic scale, so a magnitude 7.0 earthquake is 10 times stronger than a magnitude 6.0 earthquake in terms of the energy released. This means that the amplitude of ground shaking in a magnitude 7.0 earthquake would be significantly greater than in a magnitude 6.0 earthquake.

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Which is stronger a Tornado or an Earthquake?

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Is there a difference between the hypocenter and the focus of an earthquake?

No. The are both terms which describe the point or region within the earth's lithosphere below the surface where an earthquake begins.


What does the terms tremor or shock refer to?

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What does the word construct mean in math terms?

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What is the difference between eave and soffit in terms of their functions on a building's exterior?

The eave is the lower edge of the roof that overhangs the building, providing protection from the elements. The soffit is the underside of the eave that covers the rafters, providing ventilation and aesthetic appeal.


What is a earthgquakes proof building?

preventive measures to be taken to resist earthquake in terms of detailing of reinforcements (ductlity, confinements, etc) and increased sectional properties of concrete memers, etc.. If the building is said to be EQ resistant building, it means EQ loads are to be included in the analysis and design..and the same should be implemented in to the site/construction.


What is the definition of a focus in an earthquake?

In geological terms, it is the point below the Earth's surface where seismic waves originate during an earthquake.


Is bacon a religion and if so can it be expressed in terms of pie?

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