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Answered by DevilDoll12
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✨EARTHQUAKE ✨
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✔What is an Earthquake ?

⏪An Earthquake is a sudden disturbance or shaking of the earth surface . It is caused by a disturbance deep inside the earth crust .

✔How is the magnitude of earthquake measured ?

⏪THE intensity of an Earthquake is measured by Using a scale called Richter scale .


✔What are Seismic Waves ?

⏪The tremors produce waves on the surface of the earth . These waves are Called Seismic Waves .

✔What is a Sesimograph?

⏪IT is an instrument that records seismic Waves .


✔Explain the working an construction of Seismograph.

⏪A Seismograph is simply a vibrating rod or a pendulum which states vibrating when tremors occur . A pen is attached to the vibrating system . The pen records the seismic waves on a paper moves under it .


✔What is the need of a seismograph?

⏪Seismograph is very important as it helps the Scientists to construct a complete map of an Earthquake. They can also estimate the power of destruction by studying it .


✔Name some highly destructive Earthquakes .

⏪Bhuj and Kashmir Earthquake are the main examples of highly destructive Earthquake . Both had a magnitude greater than 7.5 on the Richter Scale.


✔Name some other natural calamities caused by Earthquake.

⏪➡Floods
➡Landslides
➡Tsunamis

✔Why is it necessary to take precautions against Earthquakes ?

⏪Earthquakes are Highly destructive. They cause a great damage to life and property . It is therefore highly important to necessary precautions to protect ourselves from its damage.


✔What are the precautions that you will take if you are at home during Earthquake?

⏪Follow these precautions :

✨Take shelter under a table and stay there until shaking stops .

✨Stay away from tall and heavy objects that may fall on you .

✨If you are in bed , do not get up . Cover your head with a pillow .


⏪What necessary precautions will you take if you are outside during an Earthquake?

✨Find a clear spot away from buildings trees and overhead power lines .

✨If possible move to an open ground area .


✔What can you do if you are stuck In a car during an Earthquake Strike ?

✨If you are in a car , do not come out . Stay in an if possible stop the car in a open place . Stay in till the tremors stop .

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Answered by RiskyJaaat
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here are some basic questions

what is Earthquake

a sudden tremor or shaking of earth

which device is used to measure earthquake

Richter scale

name two most destructive natural disaster

1) earthquake

2) lightning

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