Catastrophic Events

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What are some geologic catastrophic events?

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Earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions

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What causes geologic catastrophic events?

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movement of tectonic plates

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A seismograph is usually used to measure ___ .

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earthquakes

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Where are most volcanoes found?

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at the ring of fire

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Do catastrophic events cause damage?

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true

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Can geologic catastrophic events occur without warning?

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true

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An earthquake is ___ .

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a sudden and rapid shaking of the ground

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A tsunami is ___ .

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a series of enormous ocean waves

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A volcanic eruption is ___ .

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an opening in the Earth's crust that allows molten rock, gases, and debris to escape

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Tsunamis come from overwater disturbances like an earthquake or landslide.

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true