Earthquake Study Assignment

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the epicenter of an earthquake?
Back
The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are seismic waves?
Back
Waves of energy that travel through the Earth, generated by the sudden release of energy during an earthquake.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of fault is characterized by horizontal movement?
Back
Strike-slip fault.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What boundary type is associated with strike-slip faults?
Back
Transform boundary.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do seismic waves travel from the epicenter?
Back
Outward in all directions.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the focus of an earthquake?
Back
The point within the Earth where the earthquake originates.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a fault in geological terms?
Back
A fracture or zone of fractures between two blocks of rock.
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