CBSE Class 8 Science Question 11 of 12

Some Natural Phenomena — Question 11

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Question 11

Suppose you are outside your home and an earthquake strikes. What precautions would you take to protect yourself?

Answer

Precautions that I will take to protect myself in case of an earthquake while I am outside are:

  1. I will find a clear spot, away from buildings, trees and overhead power lines and then I will drop to the ground.
  2. If I am in a car or a bus, I will not come out. I will ssk the driver to drive slowly to a clear spot. I will stay inside the vehicle till the tremors stop.