Practice Sikkim Earthquake (2011) - 19.18.2 | 19. Elements of Seismology | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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19.18.2 - Sikkim Earthquake (2011)

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What was the magnitude of the 2011 Sikkim Earthquake?

💡 Hint: Think about the scale we use for measuring earthquakes.

Question 2

Easy

Why is Sikkim vulnerable to earthquakes?

💡 Hint: Recall the physical geography of the area.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What was the magnitude of the Sikkim Earthquake in 2011?

  • 5.5
  • 6.9
  • 7.5

💡 Hint: Look at the Moment Magnitude Scale.

Question 2

The Sikkim region is particularly vulnerable to earthquakes because...

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the geological interactions in the region.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Devise a comprehensive plan for earthquake mitigation in Sikkim that addresses both infrastructural and community-based challenges, incorporating lessons learned from the 2011 event.

💡 Hint: Consider both immediate and long-term strategies.

Question 2

Assess the weaknesses in the existing building codes in the northeastern region of India and propose specific revisions.

💡 Hint: Look at historical earthquake damage as a guide.

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