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Is a deep earthquake worse then a shallow earthquake?
It depends, but 'shallow' (refering to the 'focus') earthquakes hit, usally, with a bigger force. This is because if the focus is closer to the surface of the earth (like in the Kobe earthquake) then the siesmic waves do not have as far to travel to reach the surface. But you can still have a deep focus with a big impact: if the siesmic waves are more powerful.
Do Florida have earthquakes?
Yes, Florida does experience some minor earthquakes, but they are relatively rare compared to other regions prone to seismic activity. These earthquakes are usually small in magnitude and do not cause significant damage.
What geophysical method is commonly applied in oil exploration?
Seismic reflection is commonly used in oil exploration to map subsurface geological structures and identify potential oil and gas reservoirs. This method involves sending seismic waves into the ground and recording the reflected waves to create images of the subsurface.
What are some manmade sources for siesmic waves?
Manmade sources of seismic waves include explosions for mining or construction, hydraulic fracturing (fracking) for oil and gas extraction, and controlled seismic surveys for geological exploration. These activities can generate seismic waves that travel through the Earth's subsurface and can be recorded by seismometers.
How big was Hurricane Katrina on the Richter scale?
In places the storm surge of Hurricane Katrina reached a height of 28 feet.
What are siesmic waves used for?
Siesmic waves are the propogation through the ground of any energy, such as sound waves or impact forces.
What are the waves that cause am earthquake?
Siesmic
What is a siesmic instrument?
I think this would be Seismograms.
How do you have earthquakes?
siesmic waves are sent and an earthquake happens.
What unit are siesmic waves measured in?
They are measured on the Richter scale.
What is the fastest type of siesmic wave?
Primary Wave (P wave)
What is a instrument that records ground movements caused by siesmic waves?
A Seismograph
What is the difference between a siesmic wave and a seismograph?
a siesmic wave is a wave that travels through the earth. there are two MAIN types, P and S waves. a siesmograph shows the type of wave and how far away it is from that point.
How do you spell siesmic?
The correct spelling is "seismic" (creating or concerning ground vibrations).
What three types of siesmic waves are formed by earthquakes?
Transverse, longitudinal, love, and Rayleigh - just to name a few (there's more than three...)
What clues helped geologists learn about earth's interior?
Volcanic eruptions, siesmic wave patterns, plate tectonics activities.
How are data recorded on a seismograph?
I dont know about newer ones but older ones had a pen hovering a piece of paper and the siesmic waves would make them move.
