List three effects of an earthquake.

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An earthquake may cause the following effects:
(1) It can result in the deformation of the surface of the ground.
(2) It can damage man-made structures such as buildings, roads, rails and bridges.
(3) It can cause landslides and human causalities in hilly areas.

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