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What causes walls and buildings to crumble during an earthquake?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
the cause of structures to collapse during earthquakes are upheavals of tectonic plates..
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoThe answer is pretty simple the mass and the impact in the earthquake . (simpler terms) the force of the earthquake
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What is the percentage of buildings damaged during the earthquake in Haiti?
78
Why do you need earthquake resistant building?
Earthquake resistant buildings are necessary to protect people's lives and reduce property damage during seismic events. These buildings are designed to withstand the forces and vibrations caused by earthquakes, preventing collapse and reducing the risk of injury or death. Investing in earthquake resistant buildings is crucial in regions prone to earthquakes to ensure the safety and well-being of occupants.
What is a seismic safe building?
No building is seismic safe. No building is earthquake proof. However, there are steps that can be taken to make buildings more earthquake resistant. Concrete buildings made without rebar will collapse in an earthquake. Concrete buildings and concrete block buildings in Guatemala that hold up in earthquakes are those that use a lot of rebar. It is also important to use metal straps to tie the roof to the walls. The straps are inexpensive, but they maintain the integrity of the building. The roof should have cross pieces.
What is a building designed to reduce the amount of energy that reaches the building during an earthquake is called?
A Base-isolated designed building reduces the amount of energy that reaches the building during an earthquake. For older buildings they are retrofitted for earthquakes.
What is the cause of fire during earthquake?
There is no direct causal connection between having an earthquake and the start of a fire. However, the earthquake might destroy things (electricity cables, buildings, etc.) which when destroyed can cause fire. For example, an oil leak could be caused by the earthquake and with a spark of an electricity cable this could cause a fire. Hope this answers your question.
Why do buildings collapse during an earthquake?
there was one reason there were many different car accidents and ane accidents.
Why are aftershocks dangerous to buildings after a large earthquake?
Sometimes, buildings weakened by an earthquake, then it would collapse during a aftershock.
What causes the most injuries during an earthquake?
Falling and collapsing Buildings and other falling things
How can the earthquakes causes disaster sometime?
During earthquakes resonance may takes place. Hence, the earth begins to vibrate with large amplitude. So, buildings may crumble down
What is the percentage of buildings damaged during the earthquake in Haiti?
78
What is the effect on surrounding areas during earthquake?
broken buildings collapsed buildings roofs ect
What is the most important thing to do during an earthquake?
Avoid tall buildings.
How does Japan reduce earthquake damage?
Japan builds Buildings that are made to withstand earthquakes. These buildings are usually apartment buildings or Important buildings to protect citizens. (ignore the last answer)P.S. they also build water walls to protect from floodinghope it helped!
What sounds like anger?
roaring thunder in a stormy day and buildings falling during an earthquake.
Why is it safer to live in a rural area during an earthquake?
There is less chance of buildings collapsing on you and your possessions
What types of buildings are unsafe during an earthquake?
mud bricks or maybe even adobe bricks
Who don't all buildings collapse when there is an earthquake?
Well, not all don't collapse because some are strong enough to hold themselves during an earthquake.
