24 - Epicentre
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Practice Questions
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What is an epicentre?
💡 Hint: Think about where the earthquake's effects are first felt.
What are P-waves?
💡 Hint: Remember that 'P' stands for 'Primary.'
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What defines the epicentre?
💡 Hint: Look for the term associated with the surface location.
P-waves are faster than S-waves.
💡 Hint: Recall which waves are the first responders to seismic activity.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a scenario where an earthquake occurs at depth of 50 km with a hypocentre, explain how the epicentral location might differ in impact based on soil type and building design in urban areas.
💡 Hint: Consider how energy dissipation and structural integrity interact.
You are tasked with redesigning a building near a known epicentre. Discuss the elements you would integrate based on seismic data.
💡 Hint: Think about construction techniques that enhance resilience against earthquakes.
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