25.7 - Case Studies of Major Hypocentre Events
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What is the hypocentre of an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Consider where the earthquake originates.
What does a higher magnitude indicate?
💡 Hint: Think about the Richter scale.
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What is the hypocentre of an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition we discussed.
True or False: A shallower hypocentre generally leads to less ground shaking.
💡 Hint: Think about how depth affects surface interaction.
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Discuss how the geological structure of the Earth beneath the hypocentre might influence both the depth of the hypocentre and the magnitude of an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider tectonic plates and fault lines.
Evaluate the implications of the recent earthquakes (Bhuj and Nepal) for urban planning in earthquake-prone regions.
💡 Hint: Think about what factors urban planners must take into account regarding safety.
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