Key Definition - Natural Hazard Revision Flashcards

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Aftershock

A

Aftershocks are the smaller earthquakes that follow the main earthquake.

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seismometer

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A seismometer measures the vibrations caused by an earthquake.

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3
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At what sort of plate boundaries might earthquakes take place?

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Earthquakes can take place along all plate boundaries. Volcanoes only occur along constructive and destructive plate boundaries.

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