20.13.2 - Wave Propagation and Attenuation
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What is attenuation in the context of seismic waves?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to sound as you move away from the source.
Name one factor that affects wave speed.
💡 Hint: Consider the different types of ground we see around our neighborhoods.
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What is the term for the decrease in intensity of seismic waves as they propagate?
💡 Hint: Think about how sound fades with distance.
True or False: Seismic waves travel faster through soft soils than through solid rocks.
💡 Hint: Consider the resistance offered by different materials.
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Given a scenario where a seismic wave moves from granite to clay, explain how the behavior of the wave changes.
💡 Hint: Visualize how a ball bounces differently on grass compared to a concrete surface.
Discuss how building engineers can utilize knowledge of wave propagation and attenuation to design buildings in earthquake-prone areas.
💡 Hint: Think about how different materials behave under stress during an earthquake.
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