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2.2. Earthquake loads
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What are earthquake loads?
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Think about what happens to a building during an earthquake.
- 2.
List two factors that influence earthquake loads.
Hint
Consider what happens during a seismic event.
- 3.
What is an earthquake load?
- A force applied only by wind
- A force experienced during seismic activities
- A stationary load on structures
Hint
Think about what happens during an earthquake.
- 4.
True or False: Magnitude is unrelated to earthquake load.
- True
- False
Hint
Remember the relationship between magnitude and load.
- 5.
Given an earthquake of magnitude 6.0, calculate the expected earthquake load for a building of mass 1500 kg located 20 km from the epicenter.
Hint
Consider how magnitude and distance affect load intensity.
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