Practice Triangulation Using P- and S-Waves - 25.4.1 | 25. Hypocentre – Primary | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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25.4.1 - Triangulation Using P- and S-Waves

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does P-wave stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about which wave moves faster.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of triangulation in locating earthquakes?

💡 Hint: Consider how we can use measurements from different points.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary function of triangulation in earthquake studies?

  • To measure the intensity of earthquakes
  • To locate the hypocentre of earthquakes
  • To assess damage caused by earthquakes

💡 Hint: Think about the key purpose of finding the source of seismic waves.

Question 2

True or False: P-waves are slower than S-waves.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the order in which seismic waves arrive.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If a seismograph station detects P-waves at 2 seconds and S-waves at 5 seconds, calculate the time difference. How would this information help triangulate the hypocentre?

💡 Hint: Remember, the larger the time difference, the further away the hypocentre.

Question 2

A hypothetical country located between two major fault lines experiences severe seismic activity. How should triangulation inform their building codes and emergency response strategies?

💡 Hint: Consider how structure integrity relates to seismic activity.

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