Earthquake

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is a natural phenomenon when the Earth’s surface suddenly shakes or trembles.

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What can earthquakes under the water cause?

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Tsunamis.

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What does NDRRMC stand for?

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National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council.

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What is the focus of an earthquake?

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The point (below Earth's surface) where rock breaks.

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True or False: A tectonic earthquake is caused by strong volcanic eruptions.

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False.

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What is a tsunami?

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A tsunami is a series of ocean waves caused by large underwater disturbances, such as earthquakes.

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What is the epicenter of an earthquake?

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The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of the earthquake.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's crust that move and interact with each other.

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What is a fault?

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A fault is a crack in the Earth's crust along which movement has occurred.

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What is seismic activity?

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Seismic activity refers to the frequency and intensity of earthquakes in a region.