19.15 - Seismic Microzonation
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Practice Questions
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What is seismic microzonation?
💡 Hint: Think about how a city might organize itself based on earthquake risk.
Name a parameter considered in seismic microzonation.
💡 Hint: What factors might affect the stability of buildings during an earthquake?
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What is the main purpose of seismic microzonation?
💡 Hint: Think about the localized nature of seismic risks.
True or False: Seismic microzonation ignores local soil conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider what factors are important for building safety.
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Challenge Problems
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Investigate the seismic microzonation of a city of your choice, discussing factors that should be considered and their implications for urban planning.
💡 Hint: Look for detailed geological surveys and earthquake histories.
Design a hypothetical plan for implementing seismic microzonation in a new city. Discuss the parameters you would consider and the potential benefits and challenges.
💡 Hint: Consider the roles of community input and infrastructure needs in your plan.
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