Practice Earthquake Cycle - 20.19.1 | 20. Causes of Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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20.19.1 - Earthquake Cycle

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the first phase in the earthquake cycle?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens before an earthquake.

Question 2

Easy

What occurs during the coseismic phase?

💡 Hint: What happens when the stress is released abruptly?

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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 interseismic phase?

  • The phase of stress release
  • The phase of stress accumulation
  • The phase of ground adjustment

💡 Hint: Think about what happens before any earthquake occurs.

Question 2

True or False: The coseismic phase involves a sudden release of energy.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember what happens during an earthquake.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Describe how the understanding of the earthquake cycle can influence urban planning in seismically active areas.

💡 Hint: Consider what engineers might need to improve safety standards.

Question 2

Given a historical record showing a significant earthquake every 100 years, what implications does this have for the community’s preparedness?

💡 Hint: Think about what safety measures could be essential in areas prone to earthquakes.

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