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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q C

What is seismology?

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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q D

Describe the construction and working of an electroscope.

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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q D

Explain briefly how lightning occurs.

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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q D

Explain how a lightning conductor works.

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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q D

Write any two safety measures to be taken during a thunderstorm.

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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q D

Write a brief description of how an earthquake occurs.

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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q D

Mention some precautions that should be taken to minimize the damage caused by an earthquake.

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OXFORD New Science In Everyday Life 8>Chapter 14 - Some Natural Phenomena>Exercises>Q D

How can you protect yourself during an earthquake?