Answer:
1. There are different levels of earthquakes
2. Earthquakes are caused when the tectonic plates move in the magma of the mantle
3. Seismometers are used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes
4. The damage caused by earthquakes also depends on their depth and fault type
Explanation:
Some colonists became skilled craftsmen in the Middle Colonies because it ended up not being enough open farm land for everyone to farm and there was, at that time, not enough of other trades so instead of farming, they went to craftsmanship. Most of the farm land was also covered with a lot of forestry and at the time, tree removal was a very long and lengthy process; this meant that land would open up at a painfully slow pace. Basically, they didn't have much of an option to go to other avenues to make money.
Basically physical and chemical weathering (do not confuse with erosion, which involves movement) contribute to the destruction of mineral forms. In this case it breaks down the rocks, minerals and soils, creating slopes and hills. It may be caused by (any form of) water, wind, gravity, waves or sunlight.
Geographers use map projections to translate the planet in a two dimensional representation. Unfortunately, you can’t display 3D surfaces perfectly in two dimensions, distortions always occur. There are many different projections that are commonly used throughout the world.
The number of tie downs you need depends on the length and weight of the cargo you are transporting. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules state: Use one tie-down if your cargo: Is shorter than 5 feet and weighs less than 1,100 pounds.