20.18.2 - Foreshocks
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Practice Questions
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Define what a foreshock is.
💡 Hint: Think about the sequence of earthquakes.
Do all earthquakes have foreshocks?
💡 Hint: Consider whether every significant earthquake is signaled by smaller ones.
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What are foreshocks?
💡 Hint: Consider the sequence of events in an earthquake.
True or False: All significant earthquakes are preceded by foreshocks.
💡 Hint: Think about the unpredictability of seismic events.
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Challenge Problems
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Investigate a case where scientists reported foreshocks before a major earthquake. What methodology did they use to determine the presence of foreshocks?
💡 Hint: Look for historical data analysis studies.
Formulate a research proposal on how foreshocks could be integrated into current seismic monitoring systems for prediction purposes.
💡 Hint: Consider how technology can enhance predictive modeling.
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