1. Where do earthquakes occur?
Close to, or on plate margins.
2. What instrument is used to record earthquakes?
Seismometer, and the energy released is plotted on a seismograph.
3. What is the difference between the Richter Scale and the Mercalli Scale?
The Richter Scale measures energy teleased.
The Mercalli Scale measures damage caused (1-12)
4. What caused the Koba earthquake in 1995?
A movement at a destcuctive plate margin between the Philippine Plate and the Eurasian Plate.
5. What is a tsunami?
A tsunami is a big wave in the ocean which is formed by an earthquake beneath the seabed. They can cause a large amount of demage in coastal areas.
6. It is possible to predict earthquakes?
No, it isn't possible. But scientists are searching for the good technique.