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Mention the factors which determine the extent of damage due to an earthquake.

Important Questions on Earthquakes

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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q A
What are tsunamis?
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q A
Name two earthquake-prone regions of India.
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q B
Write briefly about the ways in which buildings are protected from earthquakes.
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q B
What safety measures should one take if one is indoors during an earthquake?
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q C
Explain how (most) earthquakes are caused.
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q C
Write briefly about the impact of earthquakes.
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q D
The blocks that make up the crust of the earth are called _____ plates.
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q D
The tectonic plates move continually on the _____.