Earthquakes II (Junior Cert Geography): Quizzes
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How many people were killed in the 2010 Haiti earthquake?
How many people were killed in the 2010 Haiti earthquake?
230,000 people
Which disease can spread after earthquakes due to poor sanitation?
Which disease can spread after earthquakes due to poor sanitation?
Cholera
Why do earthquakes cause homelessness?
Why do earthquakes cause homelessness?
Buildings destroyed or unsafe to live in
Which infrastructure is typically damaged in earthquakes?
Which infrastructure is typically damaged in earthquakes?
Roads, bridges, airports, telecoms
How long can rebuilding after an earthquake take?
How long can rebuilding after an earthquake take?
Years of effort
What economic effect do earthquakes have on developing countries?
What economic effect do earthquakes have on developing countries?
Set back development for years
Where are earthquakes likely to occur?
Where are earthquakes likely to occur?
Near plate boundaries
What gas released from rocks can warn of earthquakes?
What gas released from rocks can warn of earthquakes?
Radon gas
What technology monitors ground movement to detect earthquakes?
What technology monitors ground movement to detect earthquakes?
Lasers and other technology
How can governments reduce earthquake impact through planning?
How can governments reduce earthquake impact through planning?
Ban construction on fault lines
Which countries use shock absorbers in building foundations?
Which countries use shock absorbers in building foundations?
Japan and Mexico
What drill do Japanese schools teach for earthquake safety?
What drill do Japanese schools teach for earthquake safety?
Duck, cover and hold