19.6.1 - Seismic Zoning
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What is seismic zoning?
💡 Hint: Think about how areas are categorized regarding earthquakes.
Name one parameter considered in seismic zoning.
💡 Hint: What factors do engineers look at when assessing risk?
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What is the highest seismic hazard zone in India?
💡 Hint: Remember the zones from highest to lowest.
True or False: Seismic zoning only considers past seismicity.
💡 Hint: Think about the variety of parameters.
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Assess how a change in soil conditions from hard rock to soft clay could impact building designs in a seismic Zone IV.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between soil type and wave amplification.
Analyze the evolution of seismic zoning in India. How have improvements in seismic data collection enhanced construction safety?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the importance of data updates and construction safety.
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