What to create | Quiz |
Which subject | Geography |
What age group | Year or Grade 8 |
What topic | Earthquake |
Question types | Open-ended |
Number of questions | 5 |
Number of answers | 4 |
Correct answers | Exactly 1 |
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Answer the following questions related to the topic of earthquakes. Provide detailed responses where necessary.
What is the primary cause of earthquakes and how does it lead to seismic activity?
(Explain the geological processes involved.)
Name and describe the three main types of seismic waves produced during an earthquake.
(Include the characteristics of each type.)
What is the Richter scale, and how is it used to measure the magnitude of an earthquake?
(Discuss its limitations as well.)
Identify four famous earthquakes in history, including their locations and impacts on society.
(Provide details for each event.)
What are some common methods used in modern building design to mitigate earthquake damage?
(Detail at least four techniques.)