Explain why an earthquake on the east coast of the United States may produce damage over a larger area than an earthquake on the west coast
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Earthquakes that occur east of the Rocky Mountains are less frequent but often more damaging because the underlying bedrock in the central and eastern United States is older and more rigid; therefore, seismic waves can travel greater distances with less loss of strength (attenuation) than on the west coast.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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