Practice 1995 Kobe Earthquake (Japan) - 23.8.2 | 23. Elastic Rebound | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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23.8.2 - 1995 Kobe Earthquake (Japan)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What theory explains how energy is stored and released during an earthquake?

💡 Hint: It's named after the behavior of a stretched rubber band.

Question 2

Easy

What is crustal deformation?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to a sponge when you squeeze it.

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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 primary theory explaining the behavior of rocks during the Kobe earthquake?

  • Elastic Rebound Theory
  • Pressure Release Theory
  • Tension Release Theory

💡 Hint: It's the same theory related to how rubber bands behave.

Question 2

True or False: The land returned to its exact previous shape after the Kobe earthquake.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the concept of partial return when stress is released.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Discuss the broader implications of the Kobe earthquake findings on future urban planning in earthquake-prone regions.

💡 Hint: Consider aspects of building resilience and retrofitting older structures.

Question 2

Analyze the role of technology, particularly GPS, in seismic research, particularly in relation to the Kobe earthquake findings.

💡 Hint: Think about how technology aids in data collection for better understanding.

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