Why do shallow earthquakes cause more destruction than deep ones?
Summary
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border late Sunday night. This shallow earthquake, with a depth of about 8 kilometers, caused significant damage, killing at least 800 people and injuring 2,500 more. Shallow earthquakes tend to be more destructive because their energy is released closer to the Earth's surface.Key Facts
- A magnitude 6 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan.
- The earthquake's epicenter was at a depth of about 8 kilometers.
- At least 800 people died, and 2,500 were injured.
- Shallow earthquakes cause more damage due to closer energy release to the surface.
- Afghanistan is located in a highly active seismic zone.
- The Hindu Kush area frequently experiences both shallow and deep earthquakes.
- Earthquakes are measured using seismographs, and depth affects their destructive power.
- The tectonic collision between the Indian Plate and the Eurasian Plate contributes to seismic activity in the region.
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