Tectonic - Part 5 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 predicting eruptions methods?
A
- Remote Sensing
- Seismometer
- Tiltmeters
- Ultrasound
2
Q
What is Remote Sensing?
A
Monitors Temperature
3
Q
What is Seismometers?
A
Measure earthquake activity
4
Q
What is Tiltmeters?
A
Monitor changes in shape of a volcano
5
Q
What is a Ultrasound?
A
Detect movement of Lava
6
Q
How do you prepare for eruptions?
A
- A good communication system
- Inform people
- Emergency Services
7
Q
What are the 3 predicting earthquakes methods?
A
- Laser Beams
- Seismometer
- Radon Gas
8
Q
What is Laser Beams?
A
Can be used to detect plate movement
9
Q
What is Seismometer?
A
Measure earthquake activity (Vibrations)
10
Q
What is Radon Gas?
A
Escapes from cracks in the crust. Monitored an increase could mean an earthquake
11
Q
How do you prepare for earthquakes?
A
- Train people, drills
- Emergency Kits
- Earthquake Buildings
12
Q
Give types of Earthquake Buildings
A
- The Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco designed to absorb energy
- Weights, Pyramid Shape, Braces
