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An earthquake is normally followed by lsquo After Shock rsquo Which of the following is NOT correct ...........

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    An earthquake is normally followed by ‘After Shock’. Which of the following is NOT correct about After Shocks?

    aftershocks represent readjustments along the portion of a fault that slipped at the time of the main shock.

    Incorrect Answer

    Aftershocks do not cause any major destructions

    Correct Answer

    Deep earthquakes are much less likely to be followed by aftershocks than shallow earthquakes

    Incorrect Answer

    The frequency of these aftershocks decreases with time

    Incorrect Answer
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    Explanation:

     Second statement is incorrect as, aftershocks are the major source of massive destructions during earthquakes. That's why people are advised to stay away from buildings for sometime after occurence of earthquake.

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