Earth Science: Geology, the Environment, and the Universe, Florida Edition

Section 4: Earthquakes and Society

Earthquakes and Society

1
A large ocean wave that is generated by vertical motions of the seafloor during an earthquake is called a(n) __________.
A)tidal range
B)upwelling current
C)tsunami
D)seiche
2
What is the probability of earthquake occurrence based on?
A)strain buildup only
B)location of foci
C)reoccurrence rates of earthquakes in an area and the rate of strain buildup
D)magnitude of P-waves
3
According to the map, at which latitude and longitude is most likely to experience an earthquake?
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A)30°S, 60°W
B)0°N, 180°W
C)60°N, 120°E
D)0°N, 30°W
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