Earthquake Epicenter
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10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an earthquake epicenter?
Back
The point on the Earth's surface directly above the location where an earthquake originates.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are P-waves?
Back
Primary waves that are the first to arrive at a seismic station; they are compressional waves that travel through solids, liquids, and gases.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are S-waves?
Back
Secondary waves that arrive after P-waves; they are shear waves that can only travel through solids.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you calculate the distance to an earthquake epicenter using P-wave and S-wave arrival times?
Back
The difference in arrival times of P-waves and S-waves can be used to calculate the distance to the epicenter using a specific formula.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does a larger circle on a seismic map indicate?
Back
A larger circle indicates a seismic station that is farther from the earthquake epicenter.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does a smaller circle on a seismic map indicate?
Back
A smaller circle indicates a seismic station that is closer to the earthquake epicenter.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the difference in arrival times of P-waves and S-waves?
Back
The difference in arrival times helps determine the distance from the seismic station to the earthquake epicenter.
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