Practice Classification of Earthquakes Based on Causes - 20.1 | 20. Causes of Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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20.1 - Classification of Earthquakes Based on Causes

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What type of earthquake is caused by volcanic activity?

💡 Hint: Think of earthquakes that may precede eruptions.

Question 2

Easy

What do we call the earthquakes caused by human activities such as fracking?

💡 Hint: This term relates to human actions affecting geological stability.

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What is the main cause of tectonic earthquakes?

  • Volcanic activity
  • Movement of plates
  • Human activities

💡 Hint: Think about what drives the Earth's geology.

Question 2

True or False: Induced seismicity is a natural phenomenon.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider whether humans play a role in this type of earthquake.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Analyze the recent earthquakes database and identify examples of induced seismicity. Discuss their implications on urban development.

💡 Hint: Look into recent news articles on fracking activities.

Question 2

Evaluate how tectonic earthquake patterns inform civil engineers about designing safe structures. Give specific examples.

💡 Hint: Think of notable fault lines and engineering adaptations.

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