34.4. Site Effects and Importance of Local Soil

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is soil amplification?

   Hint

   Think about how different materials react during an earthquake.

2. 2.

   Name the three types of soil classification as per IS 1893.

   Hint

   Consider the shear wave velocity.

3. 3.

   What is the importance factor for hospitals?

   • 1.0
   • 1.5
   • 2.0

   Hint

   Think about the role of hospitals during emergencies.

4. 4.

   True or False: Soft soil amplifies ground shaking intensity.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the differences between rock and soft soil.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the seismic design considerations for a hospital located on medium soil. What parameters must be accounted for?

   Hint

   Consider the implications of both the soil type and the building's purpose.

6. 6.

   If a building on soft soil experiences much greater shaking than one on hard soil, how would that affect the design approach for the former?

   Hint

   Reflect on how to protect structures from heightened seismic effects.