Practice Principle - 19.12.1 | 19. Elements of Seismology | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1 Easy

What do EEWS primarily detect?

💡 Hint: Remember, what are the primary seismic waves called?

Question 2 Easy

Name one application of EEWS.

💡 Hint: Think about what actions are taken when a warning is issued.

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Question 1

What are the primary waves detected by EEWS?

S-waves
Surface waves
P-waves

💡 Hint: Which seismic waves arrive first during an earthquake event?

Question 2

True or False: EEWS can predict earthquakes before they occur.

True
False

💡 Hint: What is the difference between prediction and detection?

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Challenge 1 Hard

Develop a proposal for enhancing the EEWS in a city prone to earthquakes. Include specific technologies and strategies for improvement.

💡 Hint: What technological advancements could help provide better early warnings?

Challenge 2 Hard

Critically evaluate the societal implications of implementing an EEWS in terms of emergency preparedness and community response.

💡 Hint: How can community engagement shape responses to alarms?

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