The Effects Of Earthquakes Flashcards
1
Q
Initial effect of an earthquake
A
Shaking
2
Q
Secondary effects
A
- soil liquefaction
- landslides/avalanches
- effects on people and the built environment
- tsunamis
3
Q
Effects on people and the built environment
A
Fires from ruptured gas pipes
Disease
Food shortages
4
Q
Tsunamis
A
Giant sea waves generated by shallow focus underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, underwater debris slides and large landslides into the sea
5
Q
Soil liquefaction
A
When violently shaken, soils with high water content lose their mechanical strength and start to behave like a fluid
