Which type of seismic waves tends to cause the greatest destruction to buildings?

What will be an ideal response?


Surface waves—especially the side-to-side surface waves—cause the greatest damage to structures.

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________ are components of the hydrologic cycle that release water vapor directly to the atmosphere.

a.) Precipitation and runoff b.) Discharge and transportation c.) Evaporation and transpiration d.) Runoff and infiltration

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At any given moment, what percentage of Earth is cloud-covered?

A) 5 B) 25 C) 50 D) 75 E) 90

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As compared to other biomes, polar regions have a lower amount of precipitation

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What would happen to ozone levels if global volcanic activity increased?

A. Ozone levels would increase B. Ozone levels would not change C. Ozone levels would decrease

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