Earthquake b.sc. sem. i paper i final
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An earthquake is caused by the sudden release of energy from two parts of rock masses moving suddenly along a fault. This energy is released in different types of waves that originate from the focus or epicenter of the earthquake. Earthquakes can be classified based on their mode of origin such as volcanic, tectonic, or surface causes, or based on the depth of their focus as shallow, intermediate, or deep. The effects of earthquakes can be devastating, so earthquake resistant structures should be designed through careful study of past records and use of techniques like foundations on hard rock, wider streets, and steel or reinforced concrete frames.
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Earthquakes are caused by the buildup and sudden release of stress along faults within the Earth. As tectonic plates push against each other, stress accumulates until rocks break, causing vibrations called seismic waves. There are three types of faults defined by the direction of rock movement: normal faults occur when rocks pull apart due to tension, reverse faults occur when rocks are pushed together by compression, and strike-slip faults occur when rocks slide past one another due to shear forces. Seismographs are used to measure the seismic waves and locate the epicenter, or surface point above the underground hypocenter where rock movement begins.
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The document provides information about earthquakes, including how they occur, the different types of seismic waves, scales used to measure earthquakes, and preparedness tips. It begins with a definition of earthquakes as vibrations caused by rocks breaking along faults. It then describes the three main types of faults - normal, reverse, and strike-slip. The summary concludes by explaining the key steps to take before, during, and after an earthquake to stay safe: prepare an emergency kit, drop and cover when shaking starts, evacuate safely after shaking stops, and expect potential aftershocks.
Earthquake 01
The document discusses plate tectonics and earthquakes. It explains that earthquakes are caused by the sudden movement of tectonic plates. The point within the earth where faulting begins is called the focus or hypocenter. Above the focus at the surface is the epicenter. Tectonic plates slowly move across Earth's surface and interact at their boundaries, causing earthquakes and volcanic activity. Plate tectonics provides a unified theory for major surface processes, earthquake and volcano distribution, and mountain building.
Earthquake.pptx
1) The document discusses causes, effects, and measurement of earthquakes. It describes how earthquakes are caused by the sudden release of energy from movement of tectonic plates or volcanic activity.
2) Key terms are defined, such as focus, epicenter, and different types of faults. Different types of seismic waves - P, S, Rayleigh, and Love waves - are also explained.
3) Examples are given of major earthquakes, including the 2005 Kashmir earthquake that killed over 80,000 people in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan.
Earth quakes
An earthquake is caused by a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves. The focus is the point of origin underground, while the epicenter is where it breaks the surface. Different types of seismic waves like P, S, and L waves propagate outward. Earthquakes can be classified by depth, cause, and location. Areas prone to quakes are along plate boundaries like the Circum-Pacific belt. Proper engineering can help make structures earthquake resistant.
Earthquakes - It's Causes And Effects
Earthquakes are caused by movements within the earth's crust or volcanic action. There are several types of earthquakes including tectonic, volcanic, collapse, and explosion earthquakes. Tectonic earthquakes occur due to geological forces on rocks and plates, volcanic earthquakes are induced by movement of magma, collapse earthquakes happen in underground mines and caverns, and explosion earthquakes result from nuclear or chemical explosions. Earthquakes are a natural result of the earth cooling, but human activities like dams, groundwater extraction, geothermal plants, and injection wells can also induce quakes. Earthquakes cause both primary effects like collapsed buildings that kill people directly, and secondary effects like tsunamis, landslides,
Earthquake resistance buildings
The document discusses earthquake resistant structures. It begins by defining what an earthquake is and explaining that they are caused by a sudden release of energy in the earth's crust that creates seismic waves. Earthquakes can range from minor shakes that are barely felt to violent shakes that cause widespread destruction. The document then discusses different types of seismic waves like P waves, S waves, and surface waves. It also covers earthquake terminology like focus, epicenter, and fault lines. The rest of the document discusses factors that affect earthquake damage, different types of faults, and design considerations for earthquake resistant structures.
2.1 2.2 epicenter and focus and magnitude and intensity.pptx
The focus is the point where rock breaks during an earthquake and seismic waves begin, which can be at deep or shallow depths. The epicenter is the point on the surface directly above the focus and is usually what is used to locate the position of an earthquake. Magnitude measures the strength of energy released during an earthquake using the Richter scale, while intensity measures the damage or effects based on the Mercalli or PEIS scales.
Earthquake
Earthquakes are the shaking, rolling or sudden shock of the earth’s surface. They are the Earth's natural means of releasing stress. Earthquakes can be felt over large areas.
Earthquakes cannot be predicted, although scientists are working on it.
Earthquacke Elastic Rebound Theory Types of Waves
1) The document discusses the causes and types of earthquakes. It explains that earthquakes are caused by the sudden release of built-up energy between tectonic plates, which generates seismic waves.
2) It describes the elastic rebound theory of earthquakes, which states that stress gradually builds up along faults until it is suddenly released, causing the plates to snap back in an earthquake.
3) There are different types of seismic waves generated - P waves, S waves, and surface waves including Rayleigh and Love waves. P and S waves travel through the earth's interior as body waves, while surface waves travel along the surface.
What is an earthquake pptx
Earthquake is one of the best - known examples of the response of the crust to a force within the earth.
Intensity is based on the observed effects of ground shaking on peop.pdf
Intensity is based on the observed effects of ground shaking on people, buildings, and natural
features. It varies from place to place within the disturbed region depending on the location of
the observer with respect to the earthquake epicenter.
Earthquakes are the result of forces deep within the Earth\'s interior that continuously affect the
surface of the Earth. The energy from these forces is stored in a variety of ways within the rocks.
When this energy is released suddenly, for example by shearing movements along faults in the
crust of the Earth, an earthquake results. The area of the fault where the sudden rupture takes
place is called the focus or hypocenter of the earthquake. The point on the Earth\'s surface
directly above the focus is called the epicenter of the earthquake.
Solution
Intensity is based on the observed effects of ground shaking on people, buildings, and natural
features. It varies from place to place within the disturbed region depending on the location of
the observer with respect to the earthquake epicenter.
Earthquakes are the result of forces deep within the Earth\'s interior that continuously affect the
surface of the Earth. The energy from these forces is stored in a variety of ways within the rocks.
When this energy is released suddenly, for example by shearing movements along faults in the
crust of the Earth, an earthquake results. The area of the fault where the sudden rupture takes
place is called the focus or hypocenter of the earthquake. The point on the Earth\'s surface
directly above the focus is called the epicenter of the earthquake..
Our changing earth
This document discusses how the earth's surface changes over time. It explains that tectonic forces such as earthquakes and volcanoes are driven by endogenic forces deep within the earth, as the lithospheric plates shift. These sudden movements can cause destruction. The document also outlines various exogenic or surface processes like weathering, erosion, sea waves, glaciers and wind that slowly shape the earth's landscapes over long periods of time by wearing down and transporting rock and sediment. Proper earthquake preparedness is also advised.
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- 2. INTRODUCTION An earthquake is a major demonstration of the power of the tectonic forces caused by endogenetic conditions of the interior of the earth. This energy is released when two parts of rock masses moves suddenly in relation to each other suddenly. This is a disastrous natural calamity which occurs surprisingly.
- 3. DEFINITION OF EARTHQUAKE An earthquake is a sudden vibration of earth’s surface by rapid release of energy. This energy is released when two parts of rock masses move suddenly in relation to each other along a fault.
- 5. EAQRTHQUAKE WAVES P- WAVES S- WAVES L- WAVES
- 6. ORIGIN OF EARTHQUAKE No stress condition Elastic strain stored under stress Release of strain ELASTIC REBOUND THEORY
- 7. CLASSIFICATION OF EARTHQUAKES DEPENDING UPON MODE OF ORIGIN DEPENDING UPON DEPTH OF FOCUS
- 8. VOLCANIC CAUSES TECTONIC CAUSES SURFACE CAUSES COLLAPSE Landslip
- 9. DEPENDING UPON DEPTH OF FOCUS Shallow focus Intermediate focus Deep focus
- 11. EARTHQUAKE RESISTING STRUCTURE Careful study of past earthquake records. Foundation on hard rocks / concrete raft foundation. Wider streets in relation to the height of buildings. Construction of steel framed of ferro- concrete structures. Taller structures should be avoided.