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Rithas Alfamanzil
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Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates underneath the earth's surface. When the plates squeeze or stretch against each other, they build up stress until the crust breaks, releasing energy in waves that cause the shaking we feel. There are four major types of faults where the broken rocks of the earth's crust slide past each other. Scientists use seismographs to measure and record earthquakes to help understand seismic activity and work on predicting quakes, although they cannot be predicted with complete accuracy currently.

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Earthquake presentation
Earthquakes are the shaking, rolling or sudden shock of the earths surface. They are the Earth's natural means of releasing stress. Earthquakes can be felt over large areas although they usually last less than one minute. Earthquakes cannot be predicted, although scientists are working on it.
There are about 20 plates along the surface of the earth that move continuously and slowly past each other. When the plates squeeze or stretch, huge rocks form at their edges and the rocks shift with great force, causing an earthquake. As the plates move they put forces on themselves and each other. When the force is large enough, the crust is forced to break. When the break occurs, the stress is released as energy, which moves through the Earth in the form of waves, which we feel and call an earthquake.
A fault is an area of stress in the earth where broken rocks slide past each other, causing a crack in the Earth's surface. There are 4 major types of faults which are as follows: 1. dip-slip normal 2. dip-slip reverse 3. strike-slip 4. oblique-slip
4 Major Types of Fault
Earthquake presentation
Earthquake presentation
Earthquake presentation
A seismograph is an instrument used for recording the intensity and duration of an earthquake.
Choose a safe place in every room such as under a sturdy piece of furniture like a table or a desk where nothing can fall on you. Practice DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON! - Drop under something sturdy, hold on, and protect your eyes by pressing your face against your arm. Prepare a disaster supplies kit for your home and car. Include a first aid kit, canned food and a can opener, bottled water, battery-operated radio, flashlight, protective clothing and written instructions on how to turn off electricity, gas, and water.
DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON! Stay indoors until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows. If youre in bed, hold on and stay there, protecting your head with a pillow. If youre outdoors, find a clear spot away from buildings, trees and power lines. Then, drop to the ground. If youre in a car, slow down and drive to a safe place. Stay in the car until the shaking stops.
Check for injuries. Inspect your home for damage. Eliminate fire hazards, so turn off the gas if you think its leaking. Expect aftershocks. Each time you feel one, DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON.
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  • 2. Earthquakes are the shaking, rolling or sudden shock of the earths surface. They are the Earth's natural means of releasing stress. Earthquakes can be felt over large areas although they usually last less than one minute. Earthquakes cannot be predicted, although scientists are working on it.
  • 3. There are about 20 plates along the surface of the earth that move continuously and slowly past each other. When the plates squeeze or stretch, huge rocks form at their edges and the rocks shift with great force, causing an earthquake. As the plates move they put forces on themselves and each other. When the force is large enough, the crust is forced to break. When the break occurs, the stress is released as energy, which moves through the Earth in the form of waves, which we feel and call an earthquake.
  • 4. A fault is an area of stress in the earth where broken rocks slide past each other, causing a crack in the Earth's surface. There are 4 major types of faults which are as follows: 1. dip-slip normal 2. dip-slip reverse 3. strike-slip 4. oblique-slip
  • 5. 4 Major Types of Fault
  • 9. A seismograph is an instrument used for recording the intensity and duration of an earthquake.
  • 10. Choose a safe place in every room such as under a sturdy piece of furniture like a table or a desk where nothing can fall on you. Practice DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON! - Drop under something sturdy, hold on, and protect your eyes by pressing your face against your arm. Prepare a disaster supplies kit for your home and car. Include a first aid kit, canned food and a can opener, bottled water, battery-operated radio, flashlight, protective clothing and written instructions on how to turn off electricity, gas, and water.
  • 11. DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON! Stay indoors until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows. If youre in bed, hold on and stay there, protecting your head with a pillow. If youre outdoors, find a clear spot away from buildings, trees and power lines. Then, drop to the ground. If youre in a car, slow down and drive to a safe place. Stay in the car until the shaking stops.
  • 12. Check for injuries. Inspect your home for damage. Eliminate fire hazards, so turn off the gas if you think its leaking. Expect aftershocks. Each time you feel one, DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON.