Questão 2290031

It is a natural phenomenon that occurs when there is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, leading to seismic waves. This release of energy is typically caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface. It can also be triggered by volcanic activity and human-induced activities such as mining, reservoir-induced seismicity (due to filling large reservoirs behind dams), and geothermal energy extraction.

Considering the excerpt above, what's the term for a sudden, violent shaking of the ground, often causing damage?