24.13 - Errors and Uncertainty in Epicentre Location
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What is an epicentre?
💡 Hint: Think about where earthquakes start.
What can cause errors in determining an epicentre?
💡 Hint: Consider what can go wrong with instruments.
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What is a significant cause of errors in epicentre location?
💡 Hint: Think about what affects seismic wave travel.
True or False: Error ellipses represent the exact location of the epicentre.
💡 Hint: Consider what uncertainty means in this context.
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How would you approach the challenge of improving epicentral location accuracy when working in a region with sparse seismic stations?
💡 Hint: Think about increasing data points and refining methods.
In what ways could advancements in technology improve the rectification of instrumental errors in seismology?
💡 Hint: Consider how new tools can enhance current practices.
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