31.6 - The 1994 Northridge Earthquake, USA
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Practice Questions
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What was the magnitude of the Northridge earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about the activity's strength.
How many fatalities were reported?
💡 Hint: Recall the human cost of the event.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What earthquake magnitude did the Northridge earthquake register?
💡 Hint: Focus on the scale of significant earthquakes.
Were there more than 9,000 injuries reported from the Northridge earthquake?
💡 Hint: Recall the statistics shared regarding the earthquake's impact.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the impact of the Northridge Earthquake on California's building codes. What specific changes were implemented post-event?
💡 Hint: Think about the vulnerabilities that were highlighted by the earthquake.
Design a hypothetical building structure that incorporates lessons from the Northridge earthquake. What features would you include?
💡 Hint: Consider how to balance aesthetics with structural integrity.
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