Earthquake in the Irish Sea
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake struck this morning - Leaving Cert Geography - Question A - 2014
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Earthquake in the Irish Sea
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake struck this morning. The epicentre was located approximately 2 km off the coast of the Lleyn Peninsula in Wal... show full transcript
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A 3.8 magnitude earthquake struck this morning - Leaving Cert Geography - Question A - 2014
Step 1
What direction from Dublin was the epicentre of the earthquake and how far, in kilometres, was the epicentre from Dublin?
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The epicentre of the earthquake was located southeast of Dublin, approximately 97 km away.
Step 2
Name two locations in Ireland where the earthquake was felt.
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Two locations in Ireland where the earthquake was felt include Carlow and Wicklow.
Step 3
What is the term given to the smaller tremors which follow the main earthquake?
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The smaller tremors that follow the main earthquake are known as aftershocks.
Step 4
State two effects of earthquakes.
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Ground shaking, which can cause buildings to collapse.
Tsunamis, which can occur if the earthquake happens under the sea.
Step 5
Explain briefly why Ireland has not experienced major earthquakes.
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Ireland has not experienced major earthquakes mainly due to its geographical location away from tectonic plate boundaries. The country is situated on the relatively stable Eurasian Plate, which limits the intensity and frequency of seismic activity.
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