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Flashcards in Earthquakes in the UK Deck (5)
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1
Q

What happens when the crust moves?

A

It cracks and fractures the rock creating a line of weakness.

2
Q

What needs to happen for an Earthquake to occur?

A

Movement along the fault line.

3
Q

What are Earthquakes felt like in the UK?

A

Most vibrations caused by movement are too small to be felt.

4
Q

How do Earthquakes occur in the UK?

A

There are large faults.

From time to time movements occur along these faults as stresses on the rocks are released

5
Q

Where will an Earthquake most likely occur in the UK?

A

Fault lines passing through the densely populated West Midlands.