Earthquakes Review

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What is a giant wave usually caused by an earthquake beneath the ocean floor called?

Back

Tsunami

Front

What is the name of the fault that causes the ground to be pushed upwards?

Back

Reverse fault

Front

Which type of building would typically hold up best during an earthquake?

Back

Short buildings

Front

What type of wave is characterized by side-to-side motion?

Back

S-wave

Front

What is the name of the fault that allows two blocks of earth to slide past each other horizontally?

Back

Strike-slip fault

Front

What is the primary cause of tsunamis?

Back

Underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

Front

What type of seismic wave travels the fastest?

Back

P-wave (Primary wave)

Front

What is the difference between a P-wave and an S-wave?

Back

P-waves are compressional waves that travel through solids and liquids, while S-waves are shear waves that only travel through solids.

Front

What is the Richter scale used for?

Back

To measure the magnitude of earthquakes.

Front

What is the focus of an earthquake?

Back

The point within the Earth where an earthquake originates.