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Why are structures made of wood or steel more likely to survive strong ground shaking than structures made of brick or concretre?
im no engineer
but i would say steel and wood have the trait of movement
bricks and concrete are basically "glued" together and are strong as a support
i suggest that a "brick" the size of a family car wouldn't move much in any storm
tsunami not a storm
because concrete crumbles. wood doesn't unless it's been eaten by termites
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How do you know when the earthquake starts?
You can feel the ground shaking, objects shaking or rattling, hear a rumbling noise, or see items swaying. These are common signs that an earthquake has started.
How does an earthqua happen?
An earthquake occurs when there is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, causing the ground to shake. This release of energy is typically due to the movement of tectonic plates along faults in the Earth's crust. The shaking of the ground during an earthquake can cause damage to structures and infrastructure.
What is the shaking of the ground that precedes an earthquake called?
The shaking of the ground that precedes an earthquake is called a foreshock. Foreshocks can occur hours, days, or even weeks before the main earthquake event.
What are the Effects of the ground shaking?
The immediate effects of any earthquake are called primary effects. Primary effects include include immediate damage such as the collapse of buildings, bridges and other structures, and roads as a result of the seismic waves shaking the Earth's crust.Because of the stress on the Earth's crust, another immediate effect can be ground deformation, either temporary (Transient) or lasting (Permanent).
What determines where and how much the ground shakes?
The intensity of ground shaking during an earthquake is influenced by factors such as the earthquake's magnitude, depth, and distance from the epicenter. The type of soil and rock formations in the affected area can also impact the extent of ground shaking. Additionally, local topography and buildings' proximity to fault lines can amplify shaking.
What is the shaking of the ground from energy?
The shaking of the ground caused by energy release is known as an earthquake. This release of energy occurs due to tectonic plate movements beneath the Earth's surface, resulting in seismic waves that propagate through the Earth, causing shaking and potentially resulting in damage to structures.
How is intensity of an earthquake is measured?
It is measured based on witness reports of the perceived violence of ground shaking, on the damage to buildings and other structures and based on ground accelerations as measured by seismometers.
How does earth's surface and the structures on the surface change as a result of an earthquake?
Earthquakes can cause significant changes to Earth's surface and structures, such as ground shaking, faulting, landslides, and ground ruptures. Buildings, bridges, and roads can be damaged or destroyed. Ground shaking can also alter the topography of the land, causing permanent changes to the landscape.
What is shaking and ground rupture?
Shaking and Ground rupture are the effects of earthquake. Ground shaking is the disruptive up and down and sideways motion experienced during an earthquake. And, Ground Rupture is the creation of new or the renewed movements of old fractures, oftentimes with the two blocks on both sides moving in opposite directions.
What is a device use to record the shaking of the grounds?
A seismometer measures the shaking of the ground.
What intensifies ground shaking or cause the ground to settle?
magnitude
What are the major causes of damage in an earthquake?
The major causes of damage in an earthquake are ground shaking, ground rupture, and secondary effects like landslides, tsunamis, and aftershocks. Ground shaking can cause buildings and infrastructure to collapse, while ground rupture can lead to displacement and destruction of structures. Secondary effects can amplify the damage, especially in coastal regions or areas prone to landslides.
How do you know when the earthquake starts?
You can feel the ground shaking, objects shaking or rattling, hear a rumbling noise, or see items swaying. These are common signs that an earthquake has started.
What is the behavior of an earthquake?
shaking ground and cracking
What are the characteristics of an earthquake?
sudden shaking of the ground
What is the shaking of the ground that precedes an earthquake?
Tremors
How did the Christchurch earthquake affect the crops?
ground is shaking
