19.8 - Earthquake Recording Networks
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Practice Questions
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What does GSN stand for?
💡 Hint: Remember the global aspect of the network.
What country operates the INSN?
💡 Hint: Think of the Indian Meteorological Department.
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What does GSN stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the term that emphasizes seismic.
True or False: The INSN is operated by the US Geological Survey.
💡 Hint: Think about which country operates the INSN.
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Design a hypothetical earthquake early warning system utilizing data from both GSN and INSN. What features would you include to ensure effectiveness?
💡 Hint: Think about the flow of information from detection to public warning.
Given that the INSN focuses on local seismic activity, analyze how the data collected can impact urban planning in earthquake-prone areas.
💡 Hint: Consider how detailed local data can influence building codes and safety measures.
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