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SII--The Science Information Infrastructure

Part C: Hypothetical Earthquake

Jot down the following questions in a notebook, and try to answer them as you look at earthquake hazard maps that you will be using shortly.

  • What would happen to local dams, reservoirs, or water supply stations ?
  • What would happen to important government buildings ?
  • What would happen to electrical power generation plants ?
  • Would your school have sustained any damage? If so, to what degree?
  • Would your home have sustained any damage? If so, to what degree?
  • What would happen to local hospitals ?


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