Geography Geography GCSE Dynamic Planet Part 3 4.5 / 5 based on 4 ratings ? GeographyNatural hazardsGCSEAll boards Created by: KatieCreated on: 18-04-11 13:23 The point directly above where pressure is released is called the... Epicentre 1 of 10 What are seismic waves? Shock waves created by an earthquake 2 of 10 Where do seismic waves cause greatest damage? At the epicenter leading to tsunamis 3 of 10 What is local response? Immediate rescue from the country itself 4 of 10 You can't predict an earthquake however seismometers _______ . monitor earth tremors identifying potential earthquakes. 5 of 10 Two ways MEDC buildings are constructed to be more earthquake resistant are Having deep foundations to make a more stable building and double glazed windows to stop glass from shattering. 6 of 10 The value ten on the richter scale is... Extraordinary 7 of 10 What are secondary effect examples? fire, disease, shortage of food and water 8 of 10 What are the two types of earthquake response? Local and international 9 of 10 The point where pressure is released from moving tectonic plates is called the... Focus 10 of 10
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