Question

Which of the following best explains why buildings tip during earthquakes?
a.
Seismic waves damage buildings’ foundations.
b.
The liquefaction of solid soil undermines buildings’ foundations.
c.
Body waves break underground water pipes.
d.
Surface faulting moves the ground in different directions.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

B

Liquefaction of water‑saturated, loose sediment causes the ground to lose strength and behave like a liquid, leading to uneven settlement or lateral spreading that makes buildings sink and tip.