Causes of Earthquakes
Earthquakes can be caused by a variety of factors, including tectonic plate movements, volcanic activity, and human-induced activities such as mining and reservoir-induced seismicity.
Types of Faults
Faults are fractures in the Earth's crust where movement has occurred. There are three main types of faults: normal faults, reverse faults, and strike-slip faults.
Seismic Waves
When an earthquake occurs, it generates seismic waves that travel through the Earth's crust and cause the ground to shake.
Measuring Earthquakes
Earthquakes are measured using seismometers, which record the seismic waves generated by the event.
Mitigating Earthquake Impacts
To mitigate the impacts of earthquakes, it is essential to have robust building codes and infrastructure that can withstand seismic forces.
