Which Building Survives an Earthquake?! 🤯

Have you ever wondered which building is actually the safest during a massive earthquake? During a massive earthquake, it is completely normal to assume that being closer to the ground is the best option. But as this simulation shows, depending on the exact frequency of the earthquake, medium-height buildings can actually be the most dangerous place to be. This happens because every single building responds completely differently to the earthquake's vibrations. Sometimes, the tallest skyscraper will barely move at all while the absolute shortest building ends up sustaining the most damage. Understanding how these different frequencies work. #science #earthquake #engineering