Practice Seismological Basis for Magnitude-Intensity Relationships - 29.7 | 29. Magnitude and Intensity Scales | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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29.7 - Seismological Basis for Magnitude-Intensity Relationships

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define magnitude and intensity in the context of seismology.

💡 Hint: Think about the differences in focus.

Question 2

Easy

What is an empirical relationship in seismology?

💡 Hint: Consider how scientists might analyze data.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does magnitude measure in an earthquake?

  • Effects at specific locations
  • Energy released by the earthquake
  • Distance from the epicenter

💡 Hint: Focus on the source of the energy.

Question 2

True or False: Intensity is a measure that remains constant regardless of location.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how shaking felt can differ based on distance.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0, calculate the expected intensity at a distance of 10 km using the empirical relationship I = 0.5M - 1.0 log(R) + 2.

💡 Hint: Break it down step by step; remember the log of 10 is 1.

Question 2

Discuss the impact of using a standardized constant in the intensity prediction formula versus adapting it to local geological conditions.

💡 Hint: Think about how local conditions differ from generalized assumptions in seismic studies.

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