An earthquake (also known as a quake, tremor or temblor) is the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere that creates seismic waves.
Xem thêmThe word tremor is also used for non-earthquake seismic rumbling.
Xem thêmWhen the epicenter of a large earthquake is located offshore, the seabed may be displaced sufficiently to cause a tsunami.
Xem thêmThe largest earthquake ever recorded in the world was in Chile in 1960.
Xem thêmIn its most general sense, the word earthquake is used to describe any seismic event—whether natural or caused by humans—that generates seismic waves.
Xem thêmAn earthquake's point of initial rupture is called its hypocenter or focus.
Xem thêmMexico is located in the “Ring of Fire” which is one of the earth's most violent earthquake and volcano zone.
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