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What would be the chance of townhouse collapsing in earthquake?

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

I live in northern virginia and there was an earthquake yesterday. It is said to have been the most powerful earthquake in 67 years on the east coast. The magnitude on richter scale was 5.9 and it lasted for 30 seconds. I live in a townhouse that was constructed in 2001. Luckily there was no damage at all. My question is, that can a townhouse collapse in earthquake? If so, what would be the magnitude and duration of quake? Let me know please. I am worried.

What materials are good when you are building an earthquake resistant building ?

Friday, August 26th, 2011

Please Help Me ! What are the best materials for buildings taht may have to survive a earthquake ?

EARTHQUAKE!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!?

Friday, July 22nd, 2011

Describe how the epicenter of an earthquake can be located. Go through the steps you would use to find the location in this lab please??? Thanks everyone:)<3333333