isoseist

/aɪˈsoʊsɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A line or zone on the Earth’s surface that connects points of equal seismic intensity, as measured by the magnitude of earthquakes.

“The isoseist map helped scientists understand the seismic activity in the region.”

Synonyms

  • intensity zone
  • seismic zone

Antonyms

  • seismic dead zone