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What do shallow earthquakes mean?
Regional SpecificsMost parts of the world experience at least occasional shallow earthquakes—those that originate within 60 km (40 miles) of the Earth’s outer surface. In fact, the great majority of earthquake foci are shallow. What do shallow earthquakes indicate? Earthquakes are labeled “shallow” if they occur at less than 50 kilometers depth. They are labeled “deep”
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Which is stronger magnitude or intensity?
Regional SpecificsMagnitude and Intensity measure different characteristics of earthquakes. Magnitude measures the energy released at the source of the earthquake. Magnitude is determined from measurements on seismographs. Intensity measures the strength of shaking produced by the earthquake at a certain location. Which is higher magnitude or intensity? Magnitude is a measure of earthquake size and remains
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Why does the continental crust rise higher than the oceanic crust?
Regional SpecificsThe less-dense continental crust has greater buoyancy, causing it to float much higher in the mantle. Its average elevation above sea level is 840 metres (2,750 feet), while the average depth of oceanic crust is 3,790 metres (12,400 feet). This density difference creates two principal levels of Earth’s surface. Why is the oceanic crust lower
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How many eras have there been?
Regional SpecificsTen eras are recognized by the International Union of Geological Sciences: the Eoarchean Era (4.0 billion to 3.6 billion years ago), the Paleoarchean Era (3.6 billion to 3.2 billion years ago), the Mesoarchean Era (3.2 billion to 2.8 billion years ago), the Neoarchean Era (2.8 billion to 2.5 billion years ago), the … What are
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What would happen if crater lake erupted?
Regional SpecificsThe largest explosions could produce pyroclastic surges, hot, rapidly moving clouds of gas and ash, which could move out a few miles from vents along the margin of the lake. Eruptions in deeper water are less likely to be explosive or affect areas around the rim. Is Crater Lake still an active volcano? Although considered
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How bad is a 6.5 earthquake?
Regional SpecificsGetty/AFP A strong earthquake is one that registers between 6 and 6.0 on the Richter scale. There are about 100 of these around the world every year and they usually cause some damage. In populated areas, the damage may be severe. A magnitude 6.5 quake struck southeastern Iran Dec. How strong is 6.5 earthquake? Earthquake