Earthquake: Christchurch 2011/Questions

Here are some questions that people are asking about the earthquake. Your question about earthquakes may be similar, but it might be completely different. You can add your own question to this list if you want to. (To add your question sign in to wikieducator and edit the page. Try to put your question under one of the headings below.)

What causes earthquakes?
Do earthquakes only happen at plate boundaries?

Is it possible to stop plates moving or stop them causing earthquakes?

What is a fault line?

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Building engineering
Why did some building fall down, but some didn't?

How do you make a building earthquake proof?

Will it be safe to re-build in Christchurch?

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Predicting earthquakes
Does the Moon cause earthquakes?

Is it true that birds go quiet before an earthquake and other animals act wierd? If so, why do they do this?

Will there be another big earthquake in Christchurch?

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What happens during an earthquake
What is liquefaction? What causes it?

Why are there aftershocks?

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Taking action
How can I make sure I am safe during an earthquake?

What should I do during an earthquake?

I have seen some stuff about the "Triangle of Life". Is it safer to get under a table or lie next to it?

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