How Does it Work? - Seismograph

How Does it Work? - Seismograph

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Other, Geography, Science, Biology, Physics

KG - 12th Grade

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Jamie embarks on a journey to understand seismographs, devices that detect and record earthquakes. She learns about inertia's role in their function, how to interpret seismograms, and the evolution of digital seismographs. Her exploration reveals how seismologists decode Earth's vibrations to understand its inner workings, highlighting the importance of these devices in providing timely warnings and insights into our planet's dynamics.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What principle allows the seismograph's pendulum to remain stationary while the Earth shakes?

Friction

Magnetism

Inertia

Gravity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main components of a seismograph that work together to detect Earth's movements?

Spring and Lever

Pendulum and Frame

Sensor and Display

Needle and Paper

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do seismologists use seismograms?

To predict weather patterns

To track volcanic eruptions

To translate Earth's movements into data

To measure ocean currents

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advancement in modern seismographs allows for rapid analysis of Earth's movements?

Mechanical gears

Manual recording

Digital signals

Analog dials

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is rapid analysis of seismic data important?

For measuring wind speed

For timely earthquake warnings

For predicting rainfall

For tracking animal migrations

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