32.1.1 - Nature of Earthquake Ground Motion
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What are the two main components of ground motion?
💡 Hint: Think about the directions in which forces can act.
What is an accelerogram?
💡 Hint: It is a type of data collected during an earthquake.
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What does ground motion result from?
💡 Hint: Consider how energy is released during an earthquake.
True or False: The vertical component of ground motion is usually more critical than the horizontal components.
💡 Hint: Reflect on which forces buildings are designed primarily to resist.
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A building in an earthquake-prone area experiences severe horizontal ground motion. Explain how engineers might design the building to mitigate potential damage due to this motion.
💡 Hint: Reflect on different techniques commonly used in earthquake-resistant design.
Consider a scenario where both horizontal and vertical components affect a building. Describe how the structure might need to adapt to accommodate both types of motion.
💡 Hint: Think about how different forces might interact and affect structural integrity.
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