Earthquakes: Causes and Consequences
Students will investigate the causes of earthquakes, how they are measured, and their impact on human settlements.
Key Questions
- Explain how seismic waves cause damage during an earthquake.
- Differentiate between the Richter scale and the Mercalli intensity scale.
- Design a community preparedness plan for an earthquake-prone region.
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