earthquakes

Question 1

explain briefly one function of a seismic action

Answer 1

detects and measures earths ground motion

Question 2

explain briefly one way of making infrastructure earthquake proof

Answer 2

all kitchen items should be secured to the wall e.g. fridges cookers, cupboards

Question 3

explain briefly what is meant by the therm epicentre

Answer 3

the site directly above the focus on the surface of the earth

Question 4

explain briefly seismologist

Answer 4

seek information from people on the severity of earthquake effects

Question 5

explain briefly seismometer

Answer 5

detect and record earthquake waves

Question 6

name the instrument used to measure the fore of an earthquake

Answer 6

seismograph