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प्रश्न
Give one word for the following :
The surface position immediately above the origin of an earthquake.
उत्तर
Epicentre
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Arrange the following statements in chronological order in which an earthquake occurs.
- The earth’s surface vibrates.
- The plates suddenly move.
- Due to the movements in the mantle, compression goes on increasing.
- Along the weak points ( faultlines) rocks break apart.
- Stored energy is released in the form of seismic waves.
What is called an earthquake?
State two natural causes of an earthquake.
Is it possible to predict an earthquake? Give reasons to support your answer.
How are earthquakes distributed over the globe?
Describe the world’s distribution of earthquakes.
Name the important Earthquake-belts of the world.
OR
Indicate two major belts of Earthquakes.
Name the causes of earthquakes.
Why are earthquakes related to volcanoes?
Answer the following:
A volcanic eruption is one of the main causes of earthquakes.
Give reasons for the following:
Folding and faulting frequently go together.
Define Earthquake.
On an outline map of the world, mark the Pacific Ring of Fire
The earthquake is measured by the ______ scale.
The earthquake is a ______ activity.
Give a note on Tsunami 2004.
Name the point where the vibrations originate in an earthquake.
What is the point of the earth’s surface directly above the focus called?
Choose the odd one.
focus, epicenter, vent, seismic waves
