Earthquakes Flashcards
1
Q
Define Earthquake
A
Earthquakes are vibrations in the ground that result from movement along breaks in Earths lithosphere.
2
Q
Where do deep earthquakes occur
A
They occur along Convergent plate boundaries.
3
Q
Where do shallow earthquakes occur
A
They occur along Divergent plate boundaries.
4
Q
Pressure applied to a rock can change the shape of teh rock in a process called _______. This can eventually break the rock
A
Deformation
5
Q
A _________ is a break in Earths lithosphere where one block of rock moves toward, away from, or past another block.
A
Fault
6
Q
What is above the focus
A
The epicenter
7
Q
Define focus
A
The point where the rock breaks
8
Q
Name the three kinds of seismic waves
A
Primary, Secondary, and Surface
