29.10 - Use of Intensity in Seismic Hazard Assessment
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What does seismic intensity measure?
💡 Hint: Think about how people experience earthquakes.
What is microzonation?
💡 Hint: It relates to local geological data.
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What scale measures the effects of an earthquake at specific locations?
💡 Hint: Think about which scale is based on human experiences.
True or False: Microzonation maps are used to classify areas based solely on magnitude.
💡 Hint: Consider the factors that influence microzonation.
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Design a microzonation map for a hypothetical area experiencing a 6.5 magnitude earthquake considering various geological features.
💡 Hint: Utilize intensity scale data and local geological maps.
Evaluate the potential risks of urban development in high-intensity zones using intensity data.
💡 Hint: Think about the safety standards and designs needed for earthquake resistance.
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