28.11.2 - Uses of Isoseismal Maps
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What do isoseismal maps depict?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during and after an earthquake.
Why are isoseismal maps important for emergency responders?
💡 Hint: Think about the areas that might need help the most.
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What is the primary function of isoseismal maps?
💡 Hint: Think about their role during an earthquake.
True or False: Isoseismal maps can be used for insurance estimations.
💡 Hint: Consider their practical application.
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After a major earthquake, you are tasked with drawing an isoseismal map. What factors would you consider in assessing the intensity distribution?
💡 Hint: Link intensity variation to geological characteristics.
How might discrepancies between predicted attenuation models and actual intensity from isoseismal maps influence future construction codes?
💡 Hint: Think about how improved data can lead to enhanced safety standards.
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