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Earthquake and Volcanoes

Gujarat Board · Class 11 · Geography

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What is the point on Earth's surface directly above the earthquake's focus called?

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Which seismic waves are the fastest and reach earthquake stations first?

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The instrument used to record earthquake waves is called:

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Which waves are most destructive during an earthquake?

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Which of the following are characteristics of S-waves? (Select all correct options)

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Can pass through solid medium only, Particles move up and down at right angles, Similar to light waves

S-waves can only pass through solid mediums, have particle motion perpendicular to wave direction, and are similar to light waves. They are slower than P-waves.

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What is the funnel-shaped hole on land surface above volcanic pipe called?

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Volcanic vent

A volcanic vent is the funnel-shaped hole that develops on land surface above the volcanic pipe through which materials are ejected during eruption.

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Which of the following are causes of earthquakes? (Select all correct options)

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Faulting, Volcanic eruption, Human activities

Major causes of earthquakes include faulting due to tectonic movements, volcanic eruptions, and human activities like mining and dam construction. Ocean currents and wind patterns don't cause earthquakes.

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Mount Etna in Italy is an example of which type of volcano?

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Active volcano

Mount Etna is an active volcano that has been continuously ejecting lava, gases and other materials for the last 2500 years.

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