Earthquake

Earthquake

Of or pertaining to the natural phenomenon when tectonic plates slide or move causing the Earth's surface also move which causes devastating damage to cities and towns.

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hypocenter

Natural environment; Earthquake

The point within the earth where earthquake rupture begins; the focus of an earthquake.

duration (earthquake)

Natural environment; Earthquake

The length of time the ground motion at a site shows certain characteristics in an earthquake.

inferno

Natural environment; Earthquake

A huge, roaring fire.

earthquake

Natural environment; Earthquake

A trembling and shaking of the earth’s surface; a vibration or trembling of the ground caused by movement of the subsurface.

intensity (earthquake)

Natural environment; Earthquake

A subjective numerical index describing the severity of ground shaking in an earthquake in terms of the effect on objects and humans. A version of the Modified Mercalli intensity scale is on page __.