28.12.2 - Topography
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Practice Questions
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What is the ridge effect?
💡 Hint: Think about how hills might direct waves.
How do valleys affect seismic waves?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to waves in a confined space.
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What does the ridge effect describe?
💡 Hint: Think about how hills or ridges compare to flat areas.
True or False: Valleys can amplify seismic waves.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens inside a confined space.
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Challenge Problems
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Explain how you would assess the seismic risk of buildings in a hilly urban area versus a flat urban area.
💡 Hint: Consider both the geological structure and building types in different landscapes.
Design an earthquake preparedness plan for a city located in a valley and surrounded by hills. Include specific recommendations based on the topography.
💡 Hint: How do the unique landscape features affect both risk and preparedness?
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