28.11 - Isoseismal Maps and Their Interpretation
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What do isoseismal lines connect?
💡 Hint: Think about what these lines represent in terms of shaking.
Why are isoseismal maps important?
💡 Hint: Consider what information they provide after an earthquake.
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What is the purpose of isoseismal maps?
💡 Hint: Think about the data provided after an earthquake.
True or False: Isoseismal lines intersect in areas of maximum intensity.
💡 Hint: Consider how contour lines work.
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Given an isoseismal map from an earthquake, identify how the distribution of intensity might influence building codes in the region.
💡 Hint: Consider how building materials differ in response to seismic activity.
Evaluate how local topography might skew the predictions made by isoseismal maps during an earthquake event.
💡 Hint: Think about how landscapes affect wave propagation.
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