24.6 - Epicentre and Earthquake Engineering Applications
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Practice Questions
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What is an epicentre?
💡 Hint: Think about where the earthquake starts.
Why is seismic hazard mapping important?
💡 Hint: Consider how we prepare for disasters.
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What is the purpose of seismic hazard mapping?
💡 Hint: Think about how we prepare for potential disasters.
The epicentre is important for which of the following?
💡 Hint: Consider how first responders use this information.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a hypothetical town's building code based on estimated epicentral locations derived from historical data. Consider the types of structures in the town.
💡 Hint: Think about what buildings are most at risk during an earthquake.
Evaluate the effectiveness of emergency response plans when epicentral data is updated frequently. What challenges may arise?
💡 Hint: Consider how preparedness may be affected by shifting information.
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