earthquakes 2 Flashcards
1
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focus
A
the point inside the earth where the earthquake starts.
2
Q
epicenter
A
the point on the earth’s surface where the earthquake starts. the epicenter is directly above the focus on the earth’s crust
3
Q
primary impacts
A
primary impacts are the immediate impacts and damage
4
Q
secondary impacts
A
secondary impacts are the after-effects of an earthquake.
5
Q
development
A
development means improving the economic and social conditions in a country and the quality of life of the people living there.
