25.12 - Hypocentre Depth and Site Response Analysis
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary difference between shallow and deep hypocentres?
💡 Hint: Think about the depth range.
Why is it important to analyze hypocentre depth in earthquake engineering?
💡 Hint: Consider how buildings react during earthquakes.
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What effect does a shallow hypocentre have on ground shaking?
💡 Hint: Think about how distance affects wave energy.
True or False: Deep-focus earthquakes can lead to intense ground shaking.
💡 Hint: Consider the distance the waves must travel.
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Analyze a hypothetical scenario where a building is constructed on a site with a shallow hypocentre nearby. Discuss the design strategies that would mitigate the impact of seismic waves.
💡 Hint: Look at how building materials respond to shaking.
Compare the seismic responses of two regions, one with primarily shallow hypocentres and the other with deep hypocentres. What implications might these differences have for urban planning?
💡 Hint: Consider the implications on emergency response as well.
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