Earthquake
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Richter Scale?
Back
A logarithmic scale used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes, indicating the energy released.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an earthquake's epicenter?
Back
The point on the Earth's surface directly above the location where an earthquake originates.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are P Waves?
Back
Primary waves that are the first to arrive after an earthquake, traveling through solids and liquids.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are S Waves?
Back
Secondary waves that arrive after P Waves and can only travel through solids.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-1
NGSS.MS-PS4-2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are surface waves?
Back
Waves that travel along the Earth's surface, causing the most damage during an earthquake.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between P Waves and S Waves?
Back
P Waves can travel through solids and liquids, while S Waves can only travel through solids.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the magnitude of an earthquake?
Back
It indicates the energy released during the earthquake, affecting the level of damage.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
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