Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seismicity

noun

/saɪzˈmɪs.ɪ.ti/

Definition

The occurrence or frequency of earthquakes in a particular area or region.

Examples

The seismicity of California is a major concern for engineers building structures there.
Scientists study the seismicity of different regions to understand their earthquake risks.
After monitoring the seismicity of the area, they issued a warning about potential tremors.

Meaning

Seismicity refers to how often and strongly earthquakes happen in a certain location. Areas with high seismicity experience many earthquakes, while those with low seismicity have fewer.