24.8 - Epicentre vs Isoseismal and Intensity Maps
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What is an isoseismal map?
💡 Hint: Think about how we represent areas of similar experience during an earthquake.
Where is the epicentre usually found on an isoseismal map?
💡 Hint: Recall what point experiences the highest shaking.
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Where does the epicentre lie in relation to an isoseismal map?
💡 Hint: Think about where the strongest shaking is recorded.
True or False: The intensity of shaking increases as you move away from the epicentre.
💡 Hint: Consider how you feel when you are farther from an earthquake.
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Given an isoseismal map of a recent earthquake, identify how you might validate the epicentre location based on the intensity distribution observed.
💡 Hint: Consider how each contour level corresponds to increasing or decreasing distance.
Propose a method to enhance the accuracy of isoseismal maps in future earthquakes using technology.
💡 Hint: Think about current technology advancements in data collection and processing.
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