Definitions
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- noun geology A map showing ground movement and shaking intensity following major earthquakes.
Etymologies
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From ShakeMaps, the U.S. Geological Survey software that produces such maps; from shake + map.
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Examples
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A United States Geological Survey "shakemap" pictured above shows the intensity and strength of ground shaking.
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Also, part of the information for shakemap is often generated by individuals reporting their experiences on the “Did you feel it” reporting website.
Quake! Sean 2008
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The shakemap technology uses scientific knowledge about land characteristics in specific locations to calculate shaking.
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The shakemap technology uses scientific knowledge about land characteristics in specific locations to calculate shaking.
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