25.5 - Importance of Hypocentre in Earthquake Engineering
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Practice Questions
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What is the hypocentral distance?
💡 Hint: Think about how distance affects the intensity of shaking.
Why are shallow-focus earthquakes usually more damaging?
💡 Hint: Consider how waves travel through different layers of the Earth.
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What is the hypocentral distance?
💡 Hint: Remember, it's about how far the earthquake source is from structures.
True or False: Deep-focus earthquakes always cause less damage.
💡 Hint: Think about the differences in wave energy travel.
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Suppose you are designing a building in a region with both shallow and deep-focus earthquakes. How would you approach the structural design differently for each scenario?
💡 Hint: Use the depth to determine your safety requirements.
Analyze a situation where two cities are located at different distances from the same earthquake hypocentre. Explain the potential damage and how assessments can inform engineering decisions.
💡 Hint: Think about urban planning and risk management based on proximity.
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