Japan Test Flashcards
What is the difference between a Tsunami and an earthquake?
Earthquakes occur when the earth releases the energy stored in the Earth’s crust. Tsunami are formed when there is a large displacement in a body of water.
On average how long does an earthquake usually last? How long was the Japan event?
One minute
One week
Roughly how many lives were lost in this event?
20,000
Is this area of Japan susceptible to earthquakes and Tsunamis?
Yes
How long will it take some cities to get back to some working order?
Maybe a whole generation
In your opinion, Are these events signs that the world is old, prepared to be destroyed or just God’s way of saying He is coming back soon?
A sign of God saying He’s coming back
What are Aftershocks?
A small earthquake following the main shock of a large earthquake
How many took place in a span of one week after the tsunami?
Over 500
What is a Tsunami?
A long sea wave caused by an earthquake or other disturbance.
