19.11.1. Site Amplification

Try these first

1. 1.

   What type of soil amplifies seismic waves more?

   Hint

   Think about the similarities between a sponge and wet soil.

2. 2.

   Name two types of soil mentioned that could affect site amplification.

   Hint

   Consider common soil types found in nature.

3. 3.

   Which type of soil typically leads to more significant seismic wave amplification?

   • Clay
   • Granite
   • Basalt

   Hint

   Think of materials that are soft versus hard.

4. 4.

   True or False: Hard rock amplifies seismic waves more than soft soil.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the behavior of different soil types during shaking.

5. 5.

   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.

6. 6.

   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.