Earthquake
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Physics
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are P waves?
Back
P waves, or primary waves, are seismic waves that travel the fastest through the Earth and can move through solids, liquids, and gases.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are S waves?
Back
S waves, or secondary waves, are seismic waves that travel slower than P waves and can only move through solids.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the epicenter of an earthquake?
Back
The epicenter is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the location where an earthquake originates.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes a tsunami?
Back
A tsunami is primarily caused by undersea earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is triangulation in the context of earthquakes?
Back
Triangulation is a method used to determine the epicenter of an earthquake by using data from at least three seismic stations.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between plate tectonics and earthquakes?
Back
The movement of the Earth's tectonic plates can cause stress to build up, leading to earthquakes when the stress is released.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a seismic station?
Back
A seismic station is a location equipped with instruments to detect and record seismic waves from earthquakes.
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