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Write briefly about the impact of earthquakes.

Important Questions on 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 _____.
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q D
The weak points on the earth's crust where earthquakes are likely to occur are called _____ . 
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q D

The instrument used to record earthquakes is called a _____.

(hygrometer/seismograph)

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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q D
The magnitude of an earthquake is measured on the _____ scale.
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q D
The point on the surface directly above the seismic focus is called the _____ .
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q E
One of the most earthquake-prone zones in the world is the
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Basic Science for Class 8>Chapter 14 - Earthquakes>Exercises>Q E
The intensity of an earthquake is measured on the