32.8.1 - Seismic Zoning and Zone Factors (Z)
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What does Seismic Zone II represent?
💡 Hint: Think about how architects design buildings in areas with minimal earthquake activity.
List the five seismic zones in India.
💡 Hint: Recall how these zones are categorized from low to high risk.
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Which seismic zone in India represents the highest risk of seismic activity?
💡 Hint: Consider which zone you would choose if you wanted buildings to be built in areas most likely to experience earthquakes.
True or False: Zone factors help in determining the seismic resistance of structures.
💡 Hint: Think about what other implications might arise from different seismic risk levels.
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Analyze a hypothetical city divided into Zones II, III, and V. Propose specific construction guidelines for each zone.
💡 Hint: Consider the construction challenges each zone presents based on expected earthquake intensity.
Consider the urban planning implications of constructing residential buildings in Zone V compared to Zone II. Discuss challenges and potential strategies.
💡 Hint: Think about urban density and how structures interact in densely populated regions.
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