Practice Convergent Boundaries (22.4.2) - Tectonic Plate Theory - Earthquake Engineering

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Question 1.
What happens at convergent boundaries?
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Think of tectonic plate interactions.
Question 2.
What is a subduction zone?
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Remember the word 'sink'.
3Question 3.
What is formed when an oceanic plate sinks beneath a continental plate?
- Mountain range
- Subduction zone
- Ocean ridge
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Think about where plates collide.
4Question 4.
Deep-focus earthquakes are typically associated with which tectonic feature?
- True
- False
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Remember about deep earthquakes.
Question 5.
Discuss the potential dangers of living near volcanic arcs formed at convergent boundaries.
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Consider both immediate and long-term dangers.
Question 6.
Evaluate the effectiveness of current engineering practices in mitigating seismic risks due to deep-focus earthquakes.
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Think about how buildings respond to strong tremors.

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