After a Major Earthquake, the Rocks May Continue to Adjust

question 54

Multiple Choice

After a major earthquake, the rocks may continue to adjust to their new positions, causing additional vibrations called

• A) aftershocks.
• B) reverberations.
• C) echoes.
• D) none of the above.

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