Japan 2011 Flashcards
1
Q
Which plate is Japan located
A
Japan is located on the east edge of the Eurasian Plate.
2
Q
How was it caused?
A
The oceanic Pacific Plate sinks under the Eurasian Plate.
3
Q
Was Japan prepared?
A
Japan was largely prepared for the earthquake and many buildings remained standing afterwards, but it was not prepared for the subsequent Tsunami.
4
Q
How many people died?
A
2,000 people confirmed dead.
5
Q
How many injured?
A
2,000 people confirmed injured.
6
Q
What magnitude?
A
8.9
7
Q
Where was the epicentre
A
One mile below sea level.
