Earthquake

Question 1

sudden shaking of the ground caused by seismic waves

Answer 1

equake

Question 2

sudden release of energy on earth’s surface

Answer 2

seismic waves

Question 3

ways of measure

Answer 3

magnitude-m. energy released

intensity- m.effects to human beings, environment, establishment

Question 4

identifiy how much energy released

Answer 4

seismograph

Question 5

Responsibility of the govt

Answer 5

-understanding the terrain (location of vulnerable areas)
-Knowing/ checking of resources -man power-equipment
-conducting trainings and seminars
-conducting drills
-conduction inspections
-respond
recovery

Question 6

actvts inside

Answer 6

• stay calm, stay alert, dont panic
• avoid heavy objects that might fall
• duck cover n hold
• wait for the equake to stop and keep your eyes open
• vacate the area immediately

Question 7

actvs outside

Answer 7

• avoid heavy falling objects

- stay in an open area

Question 8

responsibilities of a gr 11 stud

Answer 8

• partiicipate actively in equake drills
• attend seminars
• avail insurances
• identify risk at home
• initiate emergency plan
• crate emergency kit