19.11.1 - Site Amplification
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Practice Questions
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What type of soil amplifies seismic waves more?
💡 Hint: Think about the similarities between a sponge and wet soil.
Name two types of soil mentioned that could affect site amplification.
💡 Hint: Consider common soil types found in nature.
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Which type of soil typically leads to more significant seismic wave amplification?
💡 Hint: Think of materials that are soft versus hard.
True or False: Hard rock amplifies seismic waves more than soft soil.
💡 Hint: Consider the behavior of different soil types during shaking.
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Design an earthquake-resistant building for a city with predominantly soft soils. List at least three design considerations.
💡 Hint: Think about techniques that help buildings endure shaking.
Analyze the potential consequences of ignoring site amplification in urban planning in a seismic zone.
💡 Hint: Consider real-life examples of cities affected by this issue.
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