26.11 - Effects of Local Geology and Topography
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Practice Questions
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What happens to Rayleigh waves in a sedimentary basin?
💡 Hint: Think about how waves behave in a pond.
Name one way topography can affect seismic waves.
💡 Hint: Consider places that are high.
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What phenomenon occurs when Rayleigh waves are trapped in a basin?
💡 Hint: Think about how echoes work in a physical space.
True or False: Topographic features always reduce the effects of seismic waves.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of amplification.
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Analyze how structural engineers could mitigate the effects of topographic amplification in an earthquake-prone area.
💡 Hint: Think about architectural responses to environmental challenges.
Critique the potential impact of a fault line running under a tightly populated urban area, considering local geology and topography.
💡 Hint: Reflect on urban planning risks.
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