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Grades 6, 7 and 8 - Science - Middle School - Earthquakes
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Earthquakes are visible signs of plate tectonics. Earthquakes are caused when there is a sudden shifting of the plates. The effects of earthquakes will vary from region to region depending upon the size of the quake. Whatever their size, they can cause a dramatic change to the Earth’s surface.

Grades 6, 7 and 8 - Science - Middle School - Earthquakes
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1. What is the 'magnitude' of an earthquake?
2. What is a fault?
3. What is the Epicenter?
4. What are three main causes of earthquakes?
5. What is an earthquake storm?
6. What instrument is used to measure the size and duration of an earthquake?
7. What is a tsunami?
8. What is the Epicenter?
9. What instrument is used to measure the size and duration of an earthquake?
10. Which U.S. state experiences the most earthquakes?

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