19.1. Causes of Earthquakes

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main cause of most earthquakes?

   Hint

   Think about where most earthquakes occur.

2. 2.

   Name one type of earthquake caused by volcanic activity.

   Hint

   Consider the activity that occurs when a volcano erupts.

3. 3.

   What primarily causes most earthquakes?

   • Volcanic Activity
   • Tectonic Movements
   • Induced Seismicity

   Hint

   Think about the Earth's crust.

4. 4.

   True or False: Induced seismicity is caused solely by natural processes.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Focus on human impact.

5. 5.

   Develop a response plan for a community prone to induced seismicity.

   Hint

   Consider the risks and how to mitigate them.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of a collapse earthquake on a mining operation's economic output.

   Hint

   Think about the relationship between stability and economics.