Earthquakes and Seismic Waves
Geology · Year 12 · Earth Structure and Global Tectonics · 1.º Período

Earthquakes and Seismic Waves

Explore the generation and propagation of P, S, and surface waves during seismic events. Students will learn how seismograms are used to locate epicentres and determine earthquake magnitude.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsEduqas Geology AS/A-level: 1.3a Seismic wavesEduqas Geology AS/A-level: 1.3b Earthquake measurement and hazards

About This Topic

Explore the generation and propagation of P, S, and surface waves during seismic events. Students will learn how seismograms are used to locate epicentres and determine earthquake magnitude.

Key Questions

  1. How do P-waves and S-waves travel through the Earth?
  2. How is the epicentre of an earthquake located?
  3. What factors influence earthquake magnitude and intensity?

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