Practice The 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake And Tsunami (31.2) - Information on Some Disastrous Earthquakes

Practice: The 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami

Lesson 31.2Information on Some Disastrous Earthquakes

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Question 1.
What was the magnitude of the 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake?
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Remember, it's measured on the Richter scale.
Question 2.
Which country was worst hit by the tsunami?
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Think about the regions most vulnerable to tsunamis.
3Question 3.
What was the primary cause of the tsunami following the 2004 earthquake?
- Subduction of tectonic plates
- Volcanic eruption
- Landslide
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Think about the geological processes involved.
4Question 4.
True or False: The 2004 earthquake had a depth of approximately 50 km.
- True
- False
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Recall the specifics of the earthquake's depth.
Question 5.
Design a basic coastal warning system for a region prone to tsunamis. What key features would you include and why?
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Consider how different technologies can communicate effectively in emergencies.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of poor infrastructure on the casualty rates during the 2004 tsunami. What improvements would you recommend?
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Analyzing structural integrity is key in disaster preparedness.

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