Why the East Coast earthquake was so widely felt

The video discusses an earthquake centered in Mineral, Virginia, which was felt across the eastern United States. Geologists explain that the quake's wide impact was due to the dense, unbroken crust of the East Coast, allowing shockwaves to travel further. In contrast, a similar quake on the West Coast would dissipate quickly due to numerous faults.

What town was the earthquake centered on?

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In which state did the earthquake occur?

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Why was the earthquake felt more widely on the East Coast compared to the West Coast?

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What is the significance of the Earth's crust in relation to the earthquake's impact?

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What geological feature allowed the shockwaves to travel further on the East Coast?

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