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Question
Give scientific reasons.
The foundation of earthquake-proof building is separated from other land.
Solution
An earthquake-proof building's foundation is separated from the surrounding land to prevent the transmission of seismic vibrations from the ground to the structure. This separation is achieved via techniques such as base isolation, which involves placing flexible bearings or isolators between the building and its foundation. These isolators absorb and dissipate seismic energy, allowing the foundation to move independently of the structure and limiting the impact of ground shaking and structural damage.
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