Asked by
Miski Farah
on Dec 14, 2024Verified
Which of the following can cause extensive damage well after the ground shaking associated with an earthquake stops?
A) tsunami
B) fire
C) flooding from subsidence or failure of dams
D) all of these
Tsunami
A series of large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides, with the potential for devastating coastal impact.
Subsidence
The gradual sinking of the ground's surface, often due to natural processes like the compaction of sediment or human activities like the extraction of underground resources.
- Identify the effects and risks associated with earthquakes, including secondary hazards.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the effects and risks associated with earthquakes, including secondary hazards.