Practice Topography (28.12.2) - Magnitude and Intensity of Earthquakes

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Question 1.
What is the ridge effect?
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Think about how hills might direct waves.
Question 2.
How do valleys affect seismic waves?
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Consider what happens to waves in a confined space.
3Question 3.
What does the ridge effect describe?
- A decrease in shaking
- Increased shaking due to elevation
- No change in shaking
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Think about how hills or ridges compare to flat areas.
4Question 4.
True or False: Valleys can amplify seismic waves.
- True
- False
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Consider what happens inside a confined space.
Question 5.
Explain how you would assess the seismic risk of buildings in a hilly urban area versus a flat urban area.
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Consider both the geological structure and building types in different landscapes.
Question 6.
Design an earthquake preparedness plan for a city located in a valley and surrounded by hills. Include specific recommendations based on the topography.
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How do the unique landscape features affect both risk and preparedness?

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