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प्रश्न
Write about the effects of an earthquake?
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उत्तर
- Earthquakes may cause changes in the earth’s surface. Vibrations often set landslides in mountainous regions.
- A greater danger in an earthquake is the falling of buildings.
- Fire is another great danger. Underground water system is naturally disturbed by such movements.
- An earthquake which originates below or near the sea causes great disturbance in the water.
- Tsunami, a Japanese term, is the name given to the huge wave caused in the sea by an earthquake.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
List three states in India where earthquakes are more likely to strike.
Explain the types of seismic waves.
Show the epicentre, focus and the primary, secondary and surface waves of an earthquake with the help of a neat labelled diagram.
Prepare a chart showing 'Do's' and 'don'ts' at the time of the earthquake.
Is there any relations between dam and earthquake? Explain.
Give scientific reasons.
The foundation of earthquake-proof building is separated from other land.
How is a Tsunami produced?
How do earthquakes affect the landscape?
Which of the following is not likely to cause Tsunami?
State whether the following statement is True or False.
The process of electric discharge cannot occur between clouds and the earth.
