Practice Site Amplification - 14.11.2 | 14. Natural Frequencies | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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14.11.2 - Site Amplification

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is site amplification?

💡 Hint: Think about how seismic waves change in softer soils.

Question 2

Easy

What can happen during resonance?

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between frequency and structures.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is site amplification?

  • Increase in wave speed
  • Increase in wave amplitude
  • Decrease in wave frequency

💡 Hint: Think about the behavior of waves in different materials.

Question 2

True or False: Resonance can lead to structural failure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Connect the definition of resonance with its implications.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Evaluate a hypothetical scenario where a new building is placed on a soft soil site that has previously experienced resonance during an earthquake. Suggest mitigation techniques and justify your choices.

💡 Hint: Think about structural engineering principles you’ve learned.

Question 2

Analyze the impact of soft soil amplification versus hard soil amplification in historical earthquakes. Use data and examples to support your conclusions.

💡 Hint: Refer to historical data and seismic studies.

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