EARTH SCIENCE
NATURAL HAZARDS
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They are more likely to occur in warm weather.
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They are more likely to occur in cold weather.
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They are triggered by heavy rains.
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Weather is not related to earthquakes.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Drought is not a consequence of earthquake.
Detailed explanation-2: -While most earthquakes are caused by the slipping of tectonic plates, minor earthquakes can also be caused by volcanic eruptions, collapse of rock formations on Earth’s surface, or underground explosions.
Detailed explanation-3: -Earthquakes are caused by the large plate of rock under the surface of the earth breaking. There are several plates of rock called tectonic plates. The best way to prevent injuries during or after an earthquake is to follow a prepared plan.
Detailed explanation-4: -1) Half a million occur per year. 2) The “Ring of Fire” is a hot zone. 3) Earthquake scale. 4) Largest recorded earthquake was a magnitude 9.5. 5) Can change the length of a day. 6) Shaking is brief. 7) Can’t predict. 16-Oct-2021