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What types of structure are most prone to collapse in an earthquake? what types are most resistant to collapse?

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Pie3 years ago

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Structures built on land underlain by weak mud that could liquefy are prone to collapse in an earthquake. Also structures built on top of, on, or at the base of steep escarpments could fail and produce landslides.

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